Question 1

Is S30 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S30 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 S30 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S30 represents Superficial injury of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals. 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 S30 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S30 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 S30?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S30 is section:S30-S39 (Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals (S30-S39)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions should be coded separately from S30?

Accepted Answer

Code S30 has Type 2 Excludes including: superficial injury of hip (S70.-). These conditions are not included in S30 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

Question 6

Does S30 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S30 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., S30XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S302026

Excludes29Not included here

Use Additional Code1Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

Includes6Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers