S99.012
Billable

Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus

Billable / Specific Code

What is Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus?

ICD-10-CM S99.012 is the diagnosis code for Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the ankle and foot" 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 S99.012

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 S99.012 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S99.012 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S99.012 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S99.012 mean?

S99.012 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S99.012?

The parent code of S99.012 is S99.01 ("Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of calcaneus"). S99.012 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S99.012 in?

S99.012 is located in Section S90-S99 — "Injuries to the ankle and foot" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S99.012?

Use S99.012 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus" 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 Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus?

The ICD-10-CM code for Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus is S99.012.

Can S99.012 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S99.012 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S99.012 in?

S99.012 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S99.012 valid for 2026?

Yes, S99.012 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
S99.012
Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of left calcaneus
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S90-S99 — Injuries to the ankle and foot
2026 ICD-10-CM