ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S59.8
Other specified injuries of elbow and forearm
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S59.8
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code in subcategory S59.8
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S59.8 (Other specified injuries of elbow and forearm)
ICD-10-CM code S59.8 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 S59.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S59.8 - Other specified injuries of elbow and 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 Other specified injuries of elbow and forearm.