S72.433
Billable

Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur

Billable / Specific Code

What is Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur?

ICD-10-CM S72.433 is the diagnosis code for Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the hip and thigh" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. 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 S72.433

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 S72.433 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S72.433 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S72.433 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S72.433 mean?

S72.433 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S72.433?

The parent code of S72.433 is S72.43 ("Fracture of medial condyle of femur"). S72.433 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S72.433 in?

S72.433 is located in Section S70-S79 — "Injuries to the hip and thigh" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S72.433?

Use S72.433 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur" 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 Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur?

The ICD-10-CM code for Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur is S72.433.

Can S72.433 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S72.433 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S72.433 in?

S72.433 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S72.433 valid for 2026?

Yes, S72.433 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
S72.433
Displaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified femur
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S70-S79 — Injuries to the hip and thigh
2026 ICD-10-CM