S72.341
Billable

Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right femur

Billable / Specific Code

What is Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right femur?

ICD-10-CM S72.341 is the diagnosis code for Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right 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 S72.341

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 S72.341 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S72.341 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S72.341 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S72.341 mean?

S72.341 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right 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 S72.341?

The parent code of S72.341 is S72.34 ("Spiral fracture of shaft of femur"). S72.341 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S72.341 in?

S72.341 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 S72.341?

Use S72.341 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right 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 spiral fracture of shaft of right femur?

The ICD-10-CM code for Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right femur is S72.341.

Can S72.341 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S72.341 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S72.341 in?

S72.341 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S72.341 valid for 2026?

Yes, S72.341 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
S72.341
Displaced spiral fracture of shaft of right 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