S70.221
Non-billableBlister (nonthermal), right hip
Blister (nonthermal), right hip
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 blister (nonthermal), right hip?
The ICD-10-CM code for blister (nonthermal), right hip is S70.221. The full clinical description is "Blister (nonthermal), right hip". S70.221 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S70.221 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S70.221 represents "Blister (nonthermal), right hip". 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 S70.221 a billable code?
No, S70.221 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 S70.221.
What chapter is S70.221 in?
S70.221 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S70.221?
S70.221 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 S70.221?
S70.221 has 3 child codes, including: S70.221A (Blister (nonthermal), right hip, initial encounter), S70.221D (Blister (nonthermal), right hip, subsequent encounter), S70.221S (Blister (nonthermal), right hip, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S70.221?
Yes, when using S70.221 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S70.221?
S70.221 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2856169. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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