ICD-10-CM S81.809: Unspecified open wound, unspecified lower leg

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About ICD-10-CM Code S81.809 (Unspecified open wound)

ICD-10-CM code S81.809 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 S81.809 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S81.809 - Unspecified open wound, unspecified lower leg. 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 related to unspecified lower leg.