S68.722
Non-billablePartial traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of left hand
Partial traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of 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.-)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for partial traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of left hand?
The ICD-10-CM code for partial traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of left hand is S68.722. The full clinical description is "Partial traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of left hand". S68.722 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S68.722 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S68.722 represents "Partial traumatic transmetacarpal amputation of 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 S68.722 a billable code?
No, S68.722 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 S68.722.
What chapter is S68.722 in?
S68.722 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S68.722?
S68.722 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 S68.722?
S68.722 has 3 child codes, including: S68.722A (Partial traumatic transmetcrpl amputation of left hand, init), S68.722D (Partial traumatic transmetcrpl amputation of left hand, subs), S68.722S (Partial traumatic transmetcrpl amp of left hand, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S68.722?
Yes, when using S68.722 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S68.722?
S68.722 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2856102. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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