S42.01 ICD-10-CM Code: Fracture of sternal end of clavicle
Billing Status: NO. This is a clinician non-billable / parent hierarchy grouping in the ICD-10-CM system.
Code Set: Valid FY2026 and FY2027. FY2026 took effect October 1, 2025.
Official Registry Overview & Definition
Official Tabular Instructional Notes
Sequencing, inclusion, and exclusion notes published for S42.01 in the official ICD-10-CM tabular list.
Includes
Conditions the official ICD-10-CM tabular list includes under this code.
- injuries of axilla
- injuries of scapular region
Excludes1 — Not Coded Here
Conditions that can never be reported with this code; the two are mutually exclusive.
- traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm (S48.-)
Excludes2 — Not Included Here
Conditions not covered by this code, but which may be reported alongside it when both are present.
- periprosthetic fracture around internal prosthetic shoulder joint (M97.3)
- burns and corrosions (T20-T32)
- frostbite (T33-T34)
- injuries of elbow (S50-S59)
- insect bite or sting, venomous (T63.4)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance
Can S42.01 be billed directly?
No. S42.01 (Fracture of sternal end of clavicle) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code. A more specific billable subcode must be selected based on clinical documentation.
Does S42.01 require a 7th character?
Yes. The appropriate 7th character is to be added to all codes from category S42.
Nearest Codes in This Family
Official ICD-10-CM classifications closest to S42.01 in its code family, with their registry titles.
- S42.009D — Fracture of unspecified part of unspecified clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S42.009G — Fracture of unspecified part of unspecified clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- S42.009K — Fracture of unspecified part of unspecified clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
- S42.009P — Fracture of unspecified part of unspecified clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion
- S42.009S — Fracture of unspecified part of unspecified clavicle, sequela
- S42.011 — Anterior displaced fracture of sternal end of right clavicle
- S42.011A — Anterior displaced fracture of sternal end of right clavicle, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S42.011B — Anterior displaced fracture of sternal end of right clavicle, initial encounter for open fracture
- S42.011D — Anterior displaced fracture of sternal end of right clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- S42.011G — Anterior displaced fracture of sternal end of right clavicle, subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing