ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S20.45
Superficial foreign body of back wall of thorax
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S20.45
Inclusion Terms
Splinter of back wall of thorax
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S20.45 (Superficial foreign body of back wall of thorax)
ICD-10-CM code S20.45 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 S20.45 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S20.45 - Superficial foreign body of back wall of thorax. 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 back wall of thorax.