S68.412
Non-billableComplete traumatic amputation of left hand at wrist level
Complete traumatic amputation of left hand at wrist 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.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for complete traumatic amputation of left hand at wrist level?
The ICD-10-CM code for complete traumatic amputation of left hand at wrist level is S68.412. The full clinical description is "Complete traumatic amputation of left hand at wrist level". S68.412 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S68.412 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S68.412 represents "Complete traumatic amputation of left hand at wrist 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 S68.412 a billable code?
No, S68.412 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 S68.412.
What chapter is S68.412 in?
S68.412 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S68.412?
S68.412 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 S68.412?
S68.412 has 3 child codes, including: S68.412A (Complete traumatic amp of left hand at wrist level, init), S68.412D (Complete traumatic amp of left hand at wrist level, subs), S68.412S (Complete traumatic amp of left hand at wrist level, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S68.412?
Yes, when using S68.412 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S68.412?
S68.412 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2855950. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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