S12.591K
✓ BillableOther nondisplaced fracture of sixth cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
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 S12.591K represents other nondisplaced fracture of sixth cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion. 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 S12.591K?
ICD-10-CM code S12.591K is "Other nondisplaced fracture of sixth cervical vertebra, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S12.591K a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S12.591K 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)