Question 1

Is S33 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S33 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code S33 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S33 represents Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of lumbar spine and pelvis. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code S33 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S33 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S33?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S33 is section:S30-S39 (Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals (S30-S39)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions are excluded from S33?

Accepted Answer

Code S33 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: nontraumatic rupture or displacement of lumbar intervertebral disc NOS (M51.-); obstetric damage to pelvic joints and ligaments (O71.6). These conditions cannot be coded together with S33 as they represent different diagnoses.

Question 6

Does S33 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S33 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., S33XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S332026

Excludes12Not coded together

Excludes210Not included here

Code Also1Consider additional code

Use Additional Code1Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

Includes13Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers