Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM S12 is the diagnosis code for Fracture of cervical vertebra and other parts of neck. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where S12 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, S12 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
S12 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fracture of cervical vertebra and other parts of neck". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
S12 is located in Section S10-S19 — "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
S12 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S12.0, S12.1, S12.2, S12.3, S12.4 and more.
Use S12 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fracture of cervical vertebra and other parts of neck" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Fracture of cervical vertebra and other parts of neck is S12.
No, S12 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
S12 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, S12 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.