S22.040B
✓ BillableWedge compression fracture of fourth thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for open fracture
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • transection of thorax (S28.1)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • fracture of clavicle (S42.0-)
- • fracture of scapula (S42.1-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code S22.040B represents wedge compression fracture of fourth thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for open 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. Coders should note that S22.040B has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S22.040B?
ICD-10-CM code S22.040B is "Wedge compression fracture of fourth thoracic vertebra, initial encounter for open fracture". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S22.040B a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S22.040B is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with S22.040B?
S22.040B has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can S22.040B be coded with other codes?
S22.040B has 2 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in S22.040
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)