S08.0
Non-billableAvulsion of scalp
Avulsion of scalp
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- injuries of ear
- injuries of eye
- injuries of face [any part]
- injuries of gum
- injuries of jaw
- injuries of oral cavity
- injuries of palate
- injuries of periocular area
- injuries of scalp
- injuries of temporomandibular joint area
- injuries of tongue
- injuries of tooth
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
- •burns and corrosionsT20-T32
- •effects of foreign body in earT16
- •effects of foreign body in larynxT17.3
- •effects of foreign body in mouth NOST18.0
- •effects of foreign body in noseT17.0-T17.1
- •effects of foreign body in pharynxT17.2
- •effects of foreign body on external eyeT15
- •frostbiteT33-T34
- •insect bite or sting, venomousT63.4
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Additional codes that should follow this code
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- for any associated infection
Child Codes (3)
ICD-11 Equivalents(1)
ICD-11 Equivalents
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Also Known As / Clinical Terms(5)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for avulsion of scalp?
The ICD-10-CM code for avulsion of scalp is S08.0. The full clinical description is "Avulsion of scalp". S08.0 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S08.0 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S08.0 represents “Avulsion of scalp”. 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 S08.0 a billable code?
No, S08.0 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 S08.0.
What chapter is S08.0 in?
S08.0 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S08.0?
S08.0 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 S08.0?
S08.0 has 3 child codes, including: S08.0XXA (Avulsion of scalp, initial encounter), S08.0XXD (Avulsion of scalp, subsequent encounter), S08.0XXS (Avulsion of scalp, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S08.0?
Yes, when using S08.0, also report: any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S08.0?
S08.0 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0451920. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
How does S08.0 relate to ICF functioning codes?
ICF (International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health) codes describe how conditions like avulsion of scalp affect a person's functioning: body functions, activities, participation, and environmental factors. AutoICD provides ICF Core Sets for 12+ conditions and can map clinical text to ICF categories automatically. Browse the ICF directory to explore functioning codes.
What is the ICD-11 equivalent of S08.0?
S08.0 maps to the ICD-11 code: NA09.0 (Avulsion of scalp).
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