Question 1

Is S77 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S77 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 S77 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S77 represents Crushing injury of hip and thigh. 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 S77?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S77 is section:S70-S79 (Injuries to the hip and thigh (S70-S79)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 4

What conditions should be coded separately from S77?

Accepted Answer

Code S77 has Type 2 Excludes including: crushing injury of ankle and foot (S97.-); crushing injury of lower leg (S87.-). These conditions are not included in S77 but can be coded together if the patient has both conditions.

Question 5

Should I use additional codes with S77?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding S77, consider adding codes for: code(s) for all associated injuries. Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

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