S70.32
Non-billableBlister (nonthermal) of thigh
Blister (nonthermal) of thigh
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) of thigh?
The ICD-10-CM code for blister (nonthermal) of thigh is S70.32. The full clinical description is "Blister (nonthermal) of thigh". S70.32 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S70.32 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S70.32 represents "Blister (nonthermal) of thigh". 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 S70.32 a billable code?
No, S70.32 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 S70.32.
What chapter is S70.32 in?
S70.32 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S70.32?
S70.32 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 S70.32?
S70.32 has 3 child codes, including: S70.321 (Blister (nonthermal), right thigh), S70.322 (Blister (nonthermal), left thigh), S70.329 (Blister (nonthermal), unspecified thigh).
Are additional codes required with S70.32?
Yes, when using S70.32 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S70.32?
S70.32 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2856240. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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