ICD-10-CM S40.279: Other superficial bite of unspecified shoulder

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About ICD-10-CM Code S40.279 (Other superficial bite of unspecified shoulder)

ICD-10-CM code S40.279 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 S40.279 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S40.279 - Other superficial bite of unspecified shoulder. 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 unspecified shoulder.