S23.1
Non-Billable

Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra?

ICD-10-CM S23.1 is the diagnosis code for Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the thorax" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S23.1

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S23.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • fracture of thoracic vertebrae (S22.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S23.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
S23.10Subluxation and dislocation of unspecified thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.100Subluxation of unspecified thoracic vertebraBillableS23.101Dislocation of unspecified thoracic vertebraBillableS23.11Subluxation and dislocation of T1/T2 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.110Subluxation of T1/T2 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.111Dislocation of T1/T2 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.12Subluxation and dislocation of T2/T3-T3/T4 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.120Subluxation of T2/T3 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.121Dislocation of T2/T3 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.122Subluxation of T3/T4 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.123Dislocation of T3/T4 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.13Subluxation and dislocation of T4/T5-T5/T6 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.130Subluxation of T4/T5 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.131Dislocation of T4/T5 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.132Subluxation of T5/T6 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.133Dislocation of T5/T6 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.14Subluxation and dislocation of T6/T7-T7/T8 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.140Subluxation of T6/T7 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.141Dislocation of T6/T7 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.142Subluxation of T7/T8 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.143Dislocation of T7/T8 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.15Subluxation and dislocation of T8/T9-T9/T10 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.150Subluxation of T8/T9 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.151Dislocation of T8/T9 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.152Subluxation of T9/T10 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.153Dislocation of T9/T10 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.16Subluxation and dislocation of T10/T11-T11/T12 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.160Subluxation of T10/T11 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.161Dislocation of T10/T11 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.162Subluxation of T11/T12 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.163Dislocation of T11/T12 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.17Subluxation and dislocation of T12/L1 thoracic vertebraNon-BillableS23.170Subluxation of T12/L1 thoracic vertebraBillableS23.171Dislocation of T12/L1 thoracic vertebraBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S23.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S23.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S23.1 mean?

S23.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S23.1?

The parent code of S23.1 is S23 ("Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of thorax"). S23.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S23.1 in?

S23.1 is located in Section S20-S29 — "Injuries to the thorax" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S23.1?

S23.1 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S23.10, S23.11, S23.12, S23.13, S23.14 and more.

When should I use S23.1?

Use S23.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra?

The ICD-10-CM code for Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra is S23.1.

Can S23.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S23.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S23.1 in?

S23.1 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S23.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, S23.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
S23.1
Subluxation and dislocation of thoracic vertebra
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S20-S29 — Injuries to the thorax
2026 ICD-10-CM