S14.15
Non-Billable

Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord?

ICD-10-CM S14.15 is the diagnosis code for Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 β€” 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.

πŸ’‘ Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for S14.15

βœ… This Code Includes

  • Incomplete lesion of cervical spinal cord NOS
  • Posterior cord syndrome of cervical spinal cord

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S14.15 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
S14.151Other incomplete lesion at C1 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.152Other incomplete lesion at C2 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.153Other incomplete lesion at C3 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.154Other incomplete lesion at C4 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.155Other incomplete lesion at C5 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.156Other incomplete lesion at C6 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.157Other incomplete lesion at C7 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.158Other incomplete lesion at C8 level of cervical spinal cordBillableS14.159Other incomplete lesion at unspecified level of cervical spinal cordBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S14.15 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S14.15 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S14.15 mean?

S14.15 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S14.15?

The parent code of S14.15 is S14.1 ("Other and unspecified injuries of cervical spinal cord"). S14.15 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S14.15 in?

S14.15 is located in Section S10-S19 β€” "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S14.15?

S14.15 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S14.151, S14.152, S14.153, S14.154, S14.155 and more.

When should I use S14.15?

Use S14.15 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord" 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 Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord is S14.15.

Can S14.15 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S14.15 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S14.15 in?

S14.15 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S14.15 valid for 2026?

Yes, S14.15 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
S14.15
Other incomplete lesions of cervical spinal cord
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 β€” Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S10-S19 β€” Injuries to the neck
2026 ICD-10-CM