ICD-10-CM S08: Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part of head

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S08

Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part of head

Coding Notes & Guidelines for S08

Inclusion Terms

An amputation not identified as partial or complete should be coded to complete

7th Character Guidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category S08

7th Character Definitions
  • A: initial encounter
  • D: subsequent encounter
  • S: sequela

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for S08):

S08.0 - Avulsion of scalp S08.1 - Traumatic amputation of ear S08.11 - Complete traumatic amputation of ear S08.111 - Complete traumatic amputation of right ear S08.112 - Complete traumatic amputation of left ear S08.119 - Complete traumatic amputation of unspecified ear S08.12 - Partial traumatic amputation of ear S08.121 - Partial traumatic amputation of right ear S08.122 - Partial traumatic amputation of left ear S08.129 - Partial traumatic amputation of unspecified ear S08.8 - Traumatic amputation of other parts of head S08.81 - Traumatic amputation of nose S08.811 - Complete traumatic amputation of nose S08.812 - Partial traumatic amputation of nose S08.89 - Traumatic amputation of other parts of head

About ICD-10-CM Code S08 (Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part of head)

ICD-10-CM code S08 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 S08 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S08 - Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part 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 Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part of head.