S66.822
Non-billableLaceration of musc/fasc/tend at wrs/hnd lv, left hand
Laceration of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand
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 (S61.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for laceration of musc/fasc/tend at wrs/hnd lv, left hand?
The ICD-10-CM code for laceration of musc/fasc/tend at wrs/hnd lv, left hand is S66.822. The full clinical description is "Laceration of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand". S66.822 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S66.822 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S66.822 represents "Laceration of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand". 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 S66.822 a billable code?
No, S66.822 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 S66.822.
What chapter is S66.822 in?
S66.822 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S66.822?
S66.822 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 S66.822?
S66.822 has 3 child codes, including: S66.822A (Laceration of musc/fasc/tend at wrs/hnd lv, left hand, init), S66.822D (Laceration of musc/fasc/tend at wrs/hnd lv, left hand, subs), S66.822S (Lacerat musc/fasc/tend at wrs/hnd lv, left hand, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S66.822?
Yes, when using S66.822 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S66.822?
S66.822 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2855659. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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