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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Wound

ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Wound

S01.80xA

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

Also Known as:
Wound NOS
Open Wound Unspecified
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Wound

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Unspecified Wound

Use ICD-10 code S01.80xA for unspecified open wound of head, initial encounter, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified open wound of head, initial encounter

Billable Code
S01.80xA
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

documentation_criteria:
  • • Lack of specific details about wound type or location
applicable_to:
  • • Open wound of head NOS
excludes:
  • • Traumatic amputation of head (S08.-)
validation:
  • • Clinical examination confirming open wound
  • • No specific location or type documented
notes:
  • • Ensure documentation supports the use of an unspecified code.
risks:
  • • Risk of denial if more specific information is available
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

W54.0XXA

Bitten by dog, initial encounter

Use to specify the external cause of the wound.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for an unspecified wound?

The ICD-10 code for an unspecified wound is S01.80xA, used when the wound is on the head and no further details are available.

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