S88.019
Non-billableComplete traumatic amputation at knee level, unsp lower leg
Complete traumatic amputation at knee level, unspecified lower leg
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 at knee level, unsp lower leg?
The ICD-10-CM code for complete traumatic amputation at knee level, unsp lower leg is S88.019. The full clinical description is "Complete traumatic amputation at knee level, unspecified lower leg". S88.019 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S88.019 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S88.019 represents "Complete traumatic amputation at knee level, unspecified lower leg". 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 S88.019 a billable code?
No, S88.019 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 S88.019.
What chapter is S88.019 in?
S88.019 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S88.019?
S88.019 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); traumatic amputation of ankle and foot (S98.-).
What are the subcategories under S88.019?
S88.019 has 3 child codes, including: S88.019A (Complete traumatic amp at knee level, unsp lower leg, init), S88.019D (Complete traumatic amp at knee level, unsp lower leg, subs), S88.019S (Complete traumatic amp at knee level, unsp low leg, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S88.019?
Yes, when using S88.019 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S88.019?
S88.019 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2865523. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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