S32.4
Non-Billable

Fracture of acetabulum

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Fracture of acetabulum?

ICD-10-CM S32.4 is the diagnosis code for Fracture of acetabulum. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" 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.

Coding Guidelines for S32.4

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.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S32.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
S32.40Unspecified fracture of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.401Unspecified fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.402Unspecified fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.409Unspecified fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.41Fracture of anterior wall of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.411Displaced fracture of anterior wall of right acetabulumBillableS32.412Displaced fracture of anterior wall of left acetabulumBillableS32.413Displaced fracture of anterior wall of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.414Nondisplaced fracture of anterior wall of right acetabulumBillableS32.415Nondisplaced fracture of anterior wall of left acetabulumBillableS32.416Nondisplaced fracture of anterior wall of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.42Fracture of posterior wall of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.421Displaced fracture of posterior wall of right acetabulumBillableS32.422Displaced fracture of posterior wall of left acetabulumBillableS32.423Displaced fracture of posterior wall of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.424Nondisplaced fracture of posterior wall of right acetabulumBillableS32.425Nondisplaced fracture of posterior wall of left acetabulumBillableS32.426Nondisplaced fracture of posterior wall of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.43Fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.431Displaced fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of right acetabulumBillableS32.432Displaced fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of left acetabulumBillableS32.433Displaced fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.434Nondisplaced fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of right acetabulumBillableS32.435Nondisplaced fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of left acetabulumBillableS32.436Nondisplaced fracture of anterior column [iliopubic] of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.44Fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.441Displaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of right acetabulumBillableS32.442Displaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of left acetabulumBillableS32.443Displaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.444Nondisplaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of right acetabulumBillableS32.445Nondisplaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of left acetabulumBillableS32.446Nondisplaced fracture of posterior column [ilioischial] of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.45Transverse fracture of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.451Displaced transverse fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.452Displaced transverse fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.453Displaced transverse fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.454Nondisplaced transverse fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.455Nondisplaced transverse fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.456Nondisplaced transverse fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.46Associated transverse-posterior fracture of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.461Displaced associated transverse-posterior fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.462Displaced associated transverse-posterior fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.463Displaced associated transverse-posterior fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.464Nondisplaced associated transverse-posterior fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.465Nondisplaced associated transverse-posterior fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.466Nondisplaced associated transverse-posterior fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.47Fracture of medial wall of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.471Displaced fracture of medial wall of right acetabulumBillableS32.472Displaced fracture of medial wall of left acetabulumBillableS32.473Displaced fracture of medial wall of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.474Nondisplaced fracture of medial wall of right acetabulumBillableS32.475Nondisplaced fracture of medial wall of left acetabulumBillableS32.476Nondisplaced fracture of medial wall of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.48Dome fracture of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.481Displaced dome fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.482Displaced dome fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.483Displaced dome fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.484Nondisplaced dome fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.485Nondisplaced dome fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.486Nondisplaced dome fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillableS32.49Other specified fracture of acetabulumNon-BillableS32.491Other specified fracture of right acetabulumBillableS32.492Other specified fracture of left acetabulumBillableS32.499Other specified fracture of unspecified acetabulumBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S32.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S32.4 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S32.4 mean?

S32.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Fracture of acetabulum". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S32.4?

The parent code of S32.4 is S32 ("Fracture of lumbar spine and pelvis"). S32.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S32.4 in?

S32.4 is located in Section S30-S39 — "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S32.4?

S32.4 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S32.40, S32.41, S32.42, S32.43, S32.44 and more.

When should I use S32.4?

Use S32.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Fracture of acetabulum" 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 Fracture of acetabulum?

The ICD-10-CM code for Fracture of acetabulum is S32.4.

Can S32.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S32.4 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S32.4 in?

S32.4 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S32.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, S32.4 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
S32.4
Fracture of acetabulum
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S30-S39 — Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals
2026 ICD-10-CM