ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S01.8
Open wound of other parts of head
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S01.8
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
superficial bite of other part of head (S00.87)
Inclusion Terms
Bite of other part of head NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S01.8 (Open wound of other parts of head)
ICD-10-CM code S01.8 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 S01.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S01.8 - Open wound of other parts of head. 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 Open wound of other parts of head.