ICD-10-CM S10.1: Other and unspecified superficial injuries of throat

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S10.1

Other and unspecified superficial injuries of throat

Coding Notes & Guidelines for S10.1

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

open bite of throat (S11.85)

Inclusion Terms

Splinter in the throat

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code S10.1 (Other and unspecified superficial injuries of throat)

ICD-10-CM code S10.1 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 S10.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S10.1 - Other and unspecified superficial injuries of throat. 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 Other and unspecified superficial injuries of throat.