Question 1

Is S11.2 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S11.2 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 S11.2 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S11.2 represents Open wound of pharynx and cervical esophagus. 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 S11.2?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S11.2 is S11 (Open wound of neck). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions are excluded from S11.2?

Accepted Answer

Code S11.2 has Type 1 Excludes (mutually exclusive conditions) including: open wound of esophagus NOS (S27.8-). These conditions cannot be coded together with S11.2 as they represent different diagnoses.

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