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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Subdural Hematoma

ICD-10 Coding for Subdural Hematoma

S06.5X1A
I62.03

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

Also Known as:
SDH
Subdural Hemorrhage
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Subdural Hematoma

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Subdural Hematoma

Use ICD-10 code S06.5X1A for traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter

Billable Code
S06.5X1A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented traumatic event with LOC

Applicable To

  • • Acute traumatic subdural hematoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies traumatic nature and LOC duration.

Nontraumatic chronic subdural hemorrhage

Billable Code
I62.03
Billable

Applicable To

  • • Chronic nontraumatic subdural hematoma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies nontraumatic nature and chronicity.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

R40.2_

Coma

Use to document coma as a complication.

Z79.01

Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

Use to document anticoagulant use affecting the hematoma.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for traumatic subdural hematoma?

The ICD-10 code for traumatic subdural hematoma with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less is S06.5X1A.

How do you code a nontraumatic subdural hematoma?

Nontraumatic subdural hematomas are coded under I62.0 series, with I62.03 for chronic cases.

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