S82.14
Non-Billable

Bicondylar fracture of tibia

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Bicondylar fracture of tibia?

ICD-10-CM S82.14 is the diagnosis code for Bicondylar fracture of tibia. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for S82.14

✅ This Code Includes

  • Fracture of tibial plateau NOS

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S82.14 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
S82.141Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibiaBillableS82.142Displaced bicondylar fracture of left tibiaBillableS82.143Displaced bicondylar fracture of unspecified tibiaBillableS82.144Nondisplaced bicondylar fracture of right tibiaBillableS82.145Nondisplaced bicondylar fracture of left tibiaBillableS82.146Nondisplaced bicondylar fracture of unspecified tibiaBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S82.14 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S82.14 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S82.14 mean?

S82.14 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Bicondylar fracture of tibia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S82.14?

The parent code of S82.14 is S82.1 ("Fracture of upper end of tibia"). S82.14 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S82.14 in?

S82.14 is located in Section S80-S89 — "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S82.14?

S82.14 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S82.141, S82.142, S82.143, S82.144, S82.145 and more.

When should I use S82.14?

Use S82.14 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Bicondylar fracture of tibia" 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 Bicondylar fracture of tibia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Bicondylar fracture of tibia is S82.14.

Can S82.14 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S82.14 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S82.14 in?

S82.14 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S82.14 valid for 2026?

Yes, S82.14 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousS82.136Nondisplaced fracture of medial condyle of unspecified tibiaNext →S82.141Displaced bicondylar fracture of right tibia
Code Details
S82.14
Bicondylar fracture of tibia
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S80-S89 — Injuries to the knee and lower leg
2026 ICD-10-CM