Question 1

Is S85.17 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S85.17 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 S85.17 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S85.17 represents Laceration of posterior tibial artery. 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

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S85.17?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S85.17 is S85.1 (Injury of tibial artery). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

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