ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S51.80
Unspecified open wound of forearm
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S51.80
Inclusion Terms
Open wound of forearm NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S51.80 (Unspecified open wound of forearm)
ICD-10-CM code S51.80 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 S51.80 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S51.80 - Unspecified open wound 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 Unspecified open wound of forearm.