ICD-10-CM S70.279: Other superficial bite of hip, unspecified hip

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About ICD-10-CM Code S70.279 (Other superficial bite of hip)

ICD-10-CM code S70.279 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 S70.279 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S70.279 - Other superficial bite of hip, unspecified hip. 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 hip related to unspecified hip.