Question 1

Is S49 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S49 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 S49 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S49 represents Other and unspecified injuries of shoulder and upper arm. 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 S49 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S49 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 S49?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S49 is section:S40-S49 (Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm (S40-S49)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

Does S49 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S49 requires a 7th character to specify the encounter type. Available extensions include: A (initial encounter for closed fracture), D (subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing), G (subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing) and 3 more options. Use "X" as a placeholder to fill empty positions before the 7th character (e.g., S49XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S492026

Excludes26Not included here

Use Additional Code1Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

Includes2Included conditions

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Is S49 a billable ICD-10 code?

What does ICD-10 code S49 mean?

When was ICD-10 code S49 introduced?

What is the parent category for ICD-10 code S49?

Does S49 require a 7th character extension?