S53.2
Non-billableTraumatic rupture of radial collateral ligament
S53.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Traumatic rupture of radial collateral ligament. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as S53.20 for billing.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •sprain of radial collateral ligament NOS (S53.43-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code S53.2?
- S53.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Traumatic rupture of radial collateral ligament". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is S53.2 a billable code?
- No — S53.2 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as S53.20) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of S53.2?
- S53.2 has 3 more specific child codes, including S53.20, S53.21, S53.22.
- What is excluded from S53.2?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): sprain of radial collateral ligament NOS (S53.43-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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