S41
Non-billableOpen wound of shoulder and upper arm
Open wound of shoulder and upper arm
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
S40-S49
Child Codes
2
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.-)
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any associated wound infection
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (2)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S41?
ICD-10-CM code S41 represents "Open wound of shoulder and upper arm". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is S41 a billable code?
No, S41 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under S41.
What chapter is S41 in?
S41 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S41?
S41 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm (S48.-).
What are the subcategories under S41?
S41 has 2 child codes, including: S41.0 (Open wound of shoulder), S41.1 (Open wound of upper arm).
Are additional codes required with S41?
Yes, when using S41 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S41?
S41 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0432959. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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