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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Abrasion of Face

ICD-10 Coding for Abrasion of Face

S00.51XA
S09.93XA

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for abrasion of face includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Facial Abrasion
Superficial Injury of Face
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Abrasion of Face

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Abrasion of Face

Use ICD-10 code S00.51XA for abrasion of face, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Abrasion of face, initial encounter

Non-Billable
S00.51XA
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Superficial injury with no deeper tissue involvement
coding:
  • • No other more severe injuries at the same site

Applicable To

  • • Superficial injury of face

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location and size of the abrasion.

Unspecified injury of face, initial encounter

Billable Code
S09.93XA
Billable

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using if specific details of the injury are available.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

L08.89

Other specified local infections of skin

Use if the abrasion is infected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for abrasion of the face?

The ICD-10 code for abrasion of the face is S00.51XA for the initial encounter.

How should a facial abrasion be documented?

Document the exact location, size, and any signs of infection or foreign material for a facial abrasion.

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