ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S71.15
Open bite of thigh
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S71.15
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
superficial bite of thigh (S70.37-)
Inclusion Terms
Bite of thigh NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S71.15 (Open bite of thigh)
ICD-10-CM code S71.15 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 S71.15 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S71.15 - Open bite of thigh. 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 Open bite of thigh.