ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S00.45
Superficial foreign body of ear
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S00.45
Inclusion Terms
Splinter in the ear
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S00.45 (Superficial foreign body of ear)
ICD-10-CM code S00.45 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM S00.45 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S00.45 - Superficial foreign body of ear. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Superficial foreign body of ear.