S30-S39
Medium Complexity
Injuries to the neck
Primary Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Last Updated: 2025-09-10
ICD-10 Codes (200)
198 billable0 category headers
S31S31.0Billable
S31.00Billable
S31.000Billable
S31.001Billable
S31.01Billable
S31.010Billable
S31.011Billable
S31.02Billable
S31.020Billable
S31.021Billable
S31.03Billable
S31.030Billable
S31.031Billable
S31.04Billable
S31.040Billable
S31.041Billable
S31.05Billable
S31.050Billable
S31.051Billable
S31.1Billable
S31.10Billable
S31.100Billable
S31.101Billable
S31.102Billable
S31.103Billable
S31.104Billable
S31.105Billable
S31.109Billable
S31.11Billable
S31.110Billable
S31.111Billable
S31.112Billable
S31.113Billable
S31.114Billable
S31.115Billable
S31.119Billable
S31.12Billable
S31.120Billable
S31.121Billable
S31.122Billable
S31.123Billable
S31.124Billable
S31.125Billable
S31.129Billable
S31.13Billable
S31.130Billable
S31.131Billable
S31.132Billable
S31.133Billable
S31.134Billable
S31.135Billable
S31.139Billable
S31.14Billable
S31.140Billable
S31.141Billable
S31.142Billable
S31.143Billable
S31.144Billable
S31.145Billable
S31.149Billable
S31.15Billable
S31.150Billable
S31.151Billable
S31.152Billable
S31.153Billable
S31.154Billable
S31.155Billable
S31.159Billable
S31.2Billable
S31.20Billable
S31.21Billable
S31.22Billable
S31.23Billable
S31.24Billable
S31.25Billable
S31.3Billable
S31.30Billable
S31.31Billable
S31.32Billable
S31.33Billable
S31.34Billable
S31.35Billable
S31.4Billable
S31.40Billable
S31.41Billable
S31.42Billable
S31.43Billable
S31.44Billable
S31.45Billable
S31.5Billable
S31.50Billable
S31.501Billable
S31.502Billable
S31.51Billable
S31.511Billable
S31.512Billable
S31.52Billable
S31.521Billable
S31.522Billable
S31.53Billable
S31.531Billable
S31.532Billable
S31.54Billable
S31.541Billable
S31.542Billable
S31.55Billable
S31.551Billable
S31.552Billable
S31.6Billable
S31.60Billable
S31.600Billable
S31.601Billable
S31.602Billable
S31.603Billable
S31.604Billable
S31.605Billable
S31.609Billable
S31.61Billable
S31.610Billable
S31.611Billable
S31.612Billable
S31.613Billable
S31.614Billable
S31.615Billable
S31.619Billable
S31.62Billable
S31.620Billable
S31.621Billable
S31.622Billable
S31.623Billable
S31.624Billable
S31.625Billable
S31.629Billable
S31.63Billable
S31.630Billable
S31.631Billable
S31.632Billable
S31.633Billable
S31.634Billable
S31.635Billable
S31.639Billable
S31.64Billable
S31.640Billable
S31.641Billable
S31.642Billable
S31.643Billable
S31.644Billable
S31.645Billable
S31.649Billable
S31.65Billable
S31.650Billable
S31.651Billable
S31.652Billable
S31.653Billable
S31.654Billable
S31.655Billable
S31.659Billable
S31.8Billable
S31.80Billable
S31.801Billable
S31.802Billable
S31.803Billable
S31.804Billable
S31.805Billable
S31.809Billable
S31.81Billable
S31.811Billable
S31.812Billable
S31.813Billable
S31.814Billable
S31.815Billable
S31.819Billable
S31.82Billable
S31.821Billable
S31.822Billable
S31.823Billable
S31.824Billable
S31.825Billable
S31.829Billable
S31.83Billable
S31.831Billable
S31.832Billable
S31.833Billable
S31.834Billable
S31.835Billable
S31.839Billable
S32S32.0Billable
S32.00Billable
S32.000Billable
S32.001Billable
S32.002Billable
S32.008Billable
S32.009Billable
S32.01Billable
S32.010Billable
S32.011Billable
S32.012Billable
S32.018Billable
Updates & Changes
FY 2026 Updates
Current Year
New Codes (1)
S06.2X9A
Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Revised Codes (1)
S06.0X0A
Concussion without loss of consciousness - updated post-concussion syndrome correlation
Deleted Codes
No codes deleted in this range for FY 2026
Historical Changes
- •FY 2025: Routine maintenance updates with minor terminology clarifications
- •FY 2024: Enhanced specificity requirements for certain code ranges
- •FY 2023: Updated documentation guidelines for improved clarity
Upcoming Changes
- •Proposed updates pending review by Coordination and Maintenance Committee
- •Under consideration: Enhanced digital health integration codes
Implementation Guidance
- •Review all FY 2026 updates for S30-S39 codes before implementation
- •Always verify the most current codes in the ICD-10-CM manual
- •Ensure clinical documentation supports the selected diagnosis codes
- +3 more guidance items...
Range Overview
high priority
The ICD-10 code range S30-S39 pertains to injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis, and external genitals. It includes a variety of injuries such as superficial injuries, open wounds, burns, fractures, dislocations, and internal injuries. The codes in this range are used to document the type, location, and severity of the injury, as well as any associated complications.
Key Usage Points:
- •Always code for the most specific injury type and location.
- •Use additional codes to document any associated complications or conditions.
- •Remember to code for laterality when applicable.
- •Use 7th character extensions to indicate the encounter type and healing status.
- •Always follow ICD-10 coding guidelines for injuries.
Coding Guidelines
When to Use:
- ✓When documenting an injury to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis, or external genitals.
- ✓When documenting a superficial injury, open wound, burn, fracture, dislocation, or internal injury.
- ✓When documenting the severity and healing status of an injury.
- ✓When documenting any associated complications or conditions.
When NOT to Use:
- ✗When the injury is not located in the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis, or external genitals.
- ✗When the injury is not a superficial injury, open wound, burn, fracture, dislocation, or internal injury.
- ✗When the injury is not the primary reason for the encounter.
- ✗When the injury has completely healed and is no longer being treated.
Code Exclusions
Always verify exclusions by checking the ICD-10 guidelines and the specific code descriptions.
Documentation Requirements
Documentation for injuries should be comprehensive and include the type, location, severity, and healing status of the injury, as well as any associated complications or conditions. The documentation should also include the patient's medical history, physical examination findings, diagnostic test results, and treatment plan.
Clinical Information:
- •Type of injury
- •Location of injury
- •Severity of injury
- •Healing status of injury
- •Associated complications or conditions
Supporting Evidence:
- •Medical history
- •Physical examination findings
- •Diagnostic test results
- •Treatment plan
Good Documentation Example:
Patient presents with a severe burn to the lower abdomen, with blistering and tissue necrosis. The burn was caused by a hot liquid spill. The patient is in severe pain and has a fever. Treatment includes wound care, pain management, and antibiotics.
Poor Documentation Example:
Patient has a burn.
Common Documentation Errors:
- âš Not documenting the specific type and location of the injury.
- âš Not documenting the severity and healing status of the injury.
- âš Not documenting any associated complications or conditions.
- âš Not providing supporting evidence such as medical history, physical examination findings, diagnostic test results, and treatment plan.
Range Statistics
9
Total Codes
198
Billable
Complexity:
Medium
Primary Use:Clinical Documentation
Chapter:19
Coding Complexity
Medium
Complexity Rating
The coding complexity for this range is rated as medium due to the need to accurately code for the specific type, location, severity, and healing status of the injury, as well as any associated complications or conditions. The use of 7th character extensions and adherence to ICD-10 coding guidelines for injuries also add to the complexity.
Key Factors:
- â–¸The need to code for the specific type and location of the injury.
- â–¸The need to code for the severity and healing status of the injury.
- â–¸The need to code for any associated complications or conditions.
- â–¸The need to use 7th character extensions.
- â–¸The need to follow ICD-10 coding guidelines for injuries.
Specialty Focus
The codes in this range are commonly used in emergency medicine, general surgery, orthopedics, and urology. They are used to document injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis, and external genitals.
Primary Specialties:
Emergency Medicine
40%
General Surgery
30%
Orthopedics
20%
Urology
10%
Clinical Scenarios:
- • A patient presents to the emergency department with a stab wound to the lower abdomen.
- • A patient is admitted for surgical repair of a pelvic fracture.
- • A patient is seen in the orthopedic clinic for follow-up of a lumbar spine compression fracture.
- • A patient is seen in the urology clinic for treatment of a laceration to the penis.
Resources & References
Resources for this code range include the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) coding resources, and the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) coding resources.
Official Guidelines:
- ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
- AHIMA coding resources
- AAPC coding resources
Clinical References:
- American College of Surgeons trauma resources
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons resources
Educational Materials:
- AHIMA ICD-10 training materials
- AAPC ICD-10 training materials
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use a 7th character extension?
A 7th character extension should be used for all codes within the S30-S39 range to indicate the encounter type and healing status of the injury.