Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
English
|
Fracture of upper end of humerus |
French
|
Fracture de l'extrémité supérieure de l'humérus |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XIX | Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes | |
| 2 | S40-S49 | Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm | |
| 3 | S42 | Fracture of shoulder and upper arm | |
| 4 | S42.2 | Fracture of upper end of humerus |
