Question 1

Is S87 a billable ICD-10 code?

Accepted Answer

No, S87 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 S87 mean?

Accepted Answer

ICD-10-CM code S87 represents Crushing injury of lower leg. 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 S87 introduced?

Accepted Answer

Code S87 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 S87?

Accepted Answer

The parent category for S87 is section:S80-S89 (Injuries to the knee and lower leg (S80-S89)). This hierarchical classification helps organize related diagnoses for more accurate coding.

Question 5

What conditions should be coded separately from S87?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

Should I use additional codes with S87?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when coding S87, consider adding codes for: code(s) for all associated injuries. Additional codes provide more specificity about the patient's condition.

Question 7

Does S87 require a 7th character extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes, S87 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., S87XXA for initial encounter). The extension indicates whether this is an initial visit, follow-up, or treatment for a late effect.

S872026

Excludes27Not included here

Use Additional Code2Add code for detail

Notes2Additional information

7th Character Extensions3Encounter type specifiers

Excluded By1Codes that exclude this one