S12.230A
✓ BillableUnspecified traumatic displaced spondylolisthesis of third cervical vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • Code first: any associated cervical spinal cord injury (S14.0, S14.1-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code S12.230A represents unspecified traumatic displaced spondylolisthesis of third cervical vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture. This code falls under the Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 8-character code at the 7th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S12.230A?
ICD-10-CM code S12.230A is "Unspecified traumatic displaced spondylolisthesis of third cervical vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S12.230A a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S12.230A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)