ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S50.85
Superficial foreign body of forearm
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S50.85
Inclusion Terms
Splinter in the forearm
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S50.85 (Superficial foreign body of forearm)
ICD-10-CM code S50.85 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 S50.85 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S50.85 - Superficial foreign body of forearm. 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 forearm.