S78.919
Non-billableComplete traumatic amp of unsp hip and thigh, level unsp
Complete traumatic amputation of unspecified hip and thigh, level unspecified
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 amp of unsp hip and thigh, level unsp?
The ICD-10-CM code for complete traumatic amp of unsp hip and thigh, level unsp is S78.919. The full clinical description is "Complete traumatic amputation of unspecified hip and thigh, level unspecified". S78.919 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S78.919 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S78.919 represents "Complete traumatic amputation of unspecified hip and thigh, level unspecified". 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 S78.919 a billable code?
No, S78.919 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 S78.919.
What chapter is S78.919 in?
S78.919 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S78.919?
S78.919 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); traumatic amputation of knee (S88.0-).
What are the subcategories under S78.919?
S78.919 has 3 child codes, including: S78.919A (Complete traum amp of unsp hip and thigh, level unsp, init), S78.919D (Complete traum amp of unsp hip and thigh, level unsp, subs), S78.919S (Complete traum amp of unsp hip and thigh, level unsp, sqla).
Are additional codes required with S78.919?
Yes, when using S78.919 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S78.919?
S78.919 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2860030. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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