ICD-10-CM S20.179: Other superficial bite of breast, unspecified breast

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About ICD-10-CM Code S20.179 (Other superficial bite of breast)

ICD-10-CM code S20.179 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 S20.179 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S20.179 - Other superficial bite of breast, unspecified breast. 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 superficial bite of breast related to unspecified breast.