2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S68.5
Traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb
- ICD-10-CM Code:
- S68.5
- ICD-10 Code for:
- Traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb
- Is Billable?
- Not Valid for Submission
- Code Navigator:
S68.5 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.
Specific Coding Applicable to Traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb
Non-specific codes like S68.5 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb:
S68.51 for Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
S68.511 for Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of right thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.511A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.511D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.511S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.512 for Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.512A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.512D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.512S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.519 for Complete traumatic transphalangeal amputation of unspecified thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.519A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.519D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.519S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.52 for Partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
S68.521 for Partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of right thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.521A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.521D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.521S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.522 for Partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of left thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.522A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.522D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.522S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.529 for Partial traumatic transphalangeal amputation of unspecified thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.529A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.529D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.529S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
Coding Guidelines
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Traumatic amputation of wrist, hand and fingers (S68). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries
The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.
Inclusion Terms
Inclusion TermsThese terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
- Traumatic interphalangeal joint amputation of thumb
Patient Education
Limb Loss
People can lose all or part of an arm or leg for a number of reasons. Common ones include:
- Problems with blood circulation. These may be the result of atherosclerosis or diabetes. Severe cases may result in amputation.
- Injuries, including from traffic accidents and military combat
- Cancer
- Birth defects
Some amputees have phantom pain, which is the feeling of pain in the missing limb. Other physical problems include surgical complications and skin problems, if you wear an artificial limb. Many amputees use an artificial limb. Learning how to use it takes time. Physical therapy can help you adapt.
Recovery from the loss of a limb can be hard. Sadness, anger, and frustration are common. If you are having a tough time, talk to your doctor. Treatment with medicine or counseling can help.
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Code History
- FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
- FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
- FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
- FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
- FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
- FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
- FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
- FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
- FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.