ICD-10-CM:
Precisely Code Colles’, Smith’s, and Barton’s Fractures With This Guide
Published on Wed Jun 22, 2022
Hint: Bone fragment positioning determines the diagnosis. Of the assortment of wrist fractures in ICD-10-CM, three types stand out with unique names — Colles’, Smith’s, and Barton’s fractures. Knowing the difference between these three fractures will help you assign the correct diagnosis code. Start here: Under the S52.5- (Fracture of lower end of radius) code subcategory in the ICD-10-CM code [...]