ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S51.009
Unspecified open wound of unspecified elbow
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S51.009
Inclusion Terms
Open wound of elbow NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S51.009 (Unspecified open wound of unspecified elbow)
ICD-10-CM code S51.009 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 S51.009 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S51.009 - Unspecified open wound of unspecified elbow. 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 Unspecified open wound of unspecified elbow.