S63.208
Non-billableUnspecified subluxation of other finger
Unspecified subluxation of other finger
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Unspecified subluxation of specified finger with unspecified laterality
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- avulsion of joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
- laceration of cartilage, joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
- sprain of cartilage, joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
- traumatic hemarthrosis of joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
- traumatic rupture of joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
- traumatic subluxation of joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
- traumatic tear of joint or ligament at wrist and hand level
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
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for unspecified subluxation of other finger?
The ICD-10-CM code for unspecified subluxation of other finger is S63.208. The full clinical description is "Unspecified subluxation of other finger". S63.208 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S63.208 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S63.208 represents "Unspecified subluxation of other finger". 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 S63.208 a billable code?
No, S63.208 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 S63.208.
What chapter is S63.208 in?
S63.208 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S63.208?
S63.208 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 S63.208?
S63.208 has 3 child codes, including: S63.208A (Unspecified subluxation of other finger, initial encounter), S63.208D (Unspecified subluxation of other finger, subs encntr), S63.208S (Unspecified subluxation of other finger, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S63.208?
Yes, when using S63.208 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S63.208?
S63.208 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2853051, C2853084. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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