Injury of nerves and spinal cord at neck level
Chapter 19:Injury, poisoning and other consequences of external causes
ICD-10 S14 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of injury of nerves and spinal cord at neck level.
The S14 category in ICD-10 pertains to injuries of the nerves and spinal cord at the neck level, which can result from various traumatic incidents such as falls, vehicular accidents, or sports injuries. This category encompasses a range of conditions, including cervical nerve root injuries, spinal cord injuries, and other related nerve damage that occur in the cervical region. Clinically, these injuries can lead to significant neurological deficits, including paralysis, sensory loss, and impaired motor function, necessitating prompt diagnosis and intervention to optimize recovery outcomes.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
S14 includes conditions such as cervical nerve root injuries, spinal cord injuries at the cervical level, and other nerve injuries that occur in the neck region due to trauma.
S14 codes should be used when documenting injuries specifically affecting the nerves and spinal cord in the neck, particularly following trauma or injury that impacts neurological function.
Documentation must include details of the injury mechanism, neurological assessment findings, imaging results, and any treatments provided to support the coding of S14.
