Question 1

Is S68 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S68 is not a billable code. It is a category code that requires additional specificity. You must select a more specific code from the subcategories for billing purposes.

Question 2

What does ICD-10 code S68 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S68 represents Traumatic amputation of wrist, hand and fingers. This code is part of the International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification used for medical coding and billing in the United States.

Question 3

When was ICD-10 code S68 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S68 has been part of ICD-10-CM since 2016, when the coding system was mandated for use in the United States. This code was included in the original US implementation.

Question 4

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S68?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S68 is section:S60-S69 (Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers (S60-S69)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does S68 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S68 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter), D (subsequent encounter), S (sequela). Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., S68XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S682026

Excludes25Not included here

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Notes3Additional information

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is S68 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code S68 mean?

When was ICD-10 code S68 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S68?

Does S68 require a 7th character extension?