S40.822
Non-billableBlister (nonthermal) of left upper arm
Blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- injuries of axilla
- injuries of scapular region
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm?
The ICD-10-CM code for blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm is S40.822. The full clinical description is "Blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm". S40.822 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S40.822 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S40.822 represents "Blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm". It is classified under Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is S40.822 a billable code?
No, S40.822 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under S40.822.
What chapter is S40.822 in?
S40.822 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S40.822?
S40.822 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71).
What are the subcategories under S40.822?
S40.822 has 3 child codes, including: S40.822A (Blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm, initial encounter), S40.822D (Blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm, subsequent encounter), S40.822S (Blister (nonthermal) of left upper arm, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S40.822?
Yes, when using S40.822 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S40.822?
S40.822 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2840123. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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