ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S89.9
Unspecified injury of lower leg
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S89.9
7th Character Guidance
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code in subcategory S89.9
7th Character Definitions
- A: initial encounter
- D: subsequent encounter
- S: sequela
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S89.9 (Unspecified injury of lower leg)
ICD-10-CM code S89.9 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 S89.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S89.9 - Unspecified injury of 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 injury of lower leg.