S56.423
Non-billableLacerat extensor musc/fasc/tend r mid finger at forarm lv
Laceration of extensor muscle, fascia and tendon of right middle finger at forearm level
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
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 open wound (S51.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for lacerat extensor musc/fasc/tend r mid finger at forarm lv?
The ICD-10-CM code for lacerat extensor musc/fasc/tend r mid finger at forarm lv is S56.423. The full clinical description is "Laceration of extensor muscle, fascia and tendon of right middle finger at forearm level". S56.423 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S56.423 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S56.423 represents "Laceration of extensor muscle, fascia and tendon of right middle finger at forearm level". 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 S56.423 a billable code?
No, S56.423 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 S56.423.
What chapter is S56.423 in?
S56.423 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S56.423?
S56.423 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 S56.423?
S56.423 has 3 child codes, including: S56.423A (Lacerat extn musc/fasc/tend r mid finger at forarm lv, init), S56.423D (Lacerat extn musc/fasc/tend r mid finger at forarm lv, subs), S56.423S (Lacerat extn musc/fasc/tend r mid finger at forarm lv, sqla).
Are additional codes required with S56.423?
Yes, when using S56.423 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S56.423?
S56.423 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2848142. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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