icd 10 code for abrasion of left forearm

by Reggie Greenholt 10 min read

S50.812A

What is the ICD 10 code for abrasion of forearm?

Abrasion of forearm. S50.81 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail. The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM S50.81 became effective on October 1, 2018.

What is the ICD 10 code for left upper arm abrasion?

Abrasion of left upper arm, initial encounter. 2016 2017 2018 2019 Billable/Specific Code. S40.812A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2018/2019 edition of ICD-10-CM S40.812A became effective on October 1, 2018.

What is the new ICD 10 for left upper arm?

Abrasion of left upper arm. The 2019 edition of ICD-10-CM S40.812 became effective on October 1, 2018. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of S40.812 - other international versions of ICD-10 S40.812 may differ.

What is the ICD 10 code for elbow injury?

2021 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S50.81: Abrasion of forearm. ICD-10-CM Codes. ›. S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes. ›. S50-S59 Injuries to the elbow and forearm. ›. S50- Superficial injury of elbow and forearm. ›.

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What is the ICD-10 code for Abrasion left elbow?

S50.312AICD-10 code S50. 312A for Abrasion of left elbow, initial encounter is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes .

What is associated code for a scraped elbow?

S50.312ASuperficial injury of elbow and forearm ICD-10-CM S50. 312A is grouped within Diagnostic Related Group(s) (MS-DRG v39.0):

What is the ICD-10 code for Abrasion right arm?

S50.8112022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S50. 811: Abrasion of right forearm.

What is the ICD-10 for left arm Pain?

ICD-10 code M79. 602 for Pain in left arm is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Soft tissue disorders .

What is abrasion physical education?

Abrasions. Abrasions are caused when the skin is rubbed or scraped off. Rope burns, floor burns, and skinned knees or elbows are common examples of abrasions. Abrasions easily can become infected, because dirt and germs are usually ground into the tissues.

What is the ICD 10 code for right elbow pain?

ICD-10-CM Code for Pain in right elbow M25. 521.

What is the ICD-10 CM code for an abrasion to the right forearm?

S50.811AAbrasion of right forearm, initial encounter S50. 811A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM S50. 811A became effective on October 1, 2021.

What is the ICD-10 code for right forearm Pain?

ICD-10 code M79. 631 for Pain in right forearm is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Soft tissue disorders .

What is the ICD-10 code for cat scratch?

ICD-10 code W55. 03XA for Scratched by cat, initial encounter is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Other external causes of accidental injury .

What does left arm Pain indicate?

A pain in your left arm could mean you have a bone or joint injury, a pinched nerve, or a problem with your heart.

What is the ICD-10 code for upper extremity Pain?

The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM M79. 62 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of M79. 62 - other international versions of ICD-10 M79.

What is the ICD-10 code for right wrist Pain?

ICD-10-CM Code for Pain in right wrist M25. 531.

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Superficial injury of elbow and forearm (S50). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

Specific Coding for Abrasion of left forearm

Non-specific codes like S50.812 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10 codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for abrasion of left forearm:

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

Information for Patients

An injury is damage to your body. It is a general term that refers to harm caused by accidents, falls, hits, weapons, and more. In the U.S., millions of people injure themselves every year. These injuries range from minor to life-threatening. Injuries can happen at work or play, indoors or outdoors, driving a car, or walking across the street.

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