Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S63.04

Subluxation and dislocation of carpometacarpal joint of thumb

ICD-10-CM Code:
S63.04
ICD-10 Code for:
Subluxation and dislocation of carpometacarp joint of thumb
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers
      (S60-S69)
      • Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments at wrist and hand level
        (S63)

S63.04 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of subluxation and dislocation of carpometacarpal joint 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 Subluxation and dislocation of carpometacarp joint of thumb

Non-specific codes like S63.04 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 subluxation and dislocation of carpometacarp joint of thumb:

  • S63.041 for Subluxation of carpometacarpal joint of right thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.041A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.041D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.041S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S63.042 for Subluxation of carpometacarpal joint of left thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.042A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.042D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.042S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S63.043 for Subluxation of carpometacarpal joint of unspecified thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.043A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.043D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.043S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S63.044 for Dislocation of carpometacarpal joint of right thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.044A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.044D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.044S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S63.045 for Dislocation of carpometacarpal joint of left thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.045A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.045D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.045S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S63.046 for Dislocation of carpometacarpal joint of unspecified thumb - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.046A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.046D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S63.046S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments at wrist and hand level (S63). 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.


Type 2 Excludes

Type 2 Excludes
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
  • interphalangeal subluxation and dislocation of thumb S63.1

Index to Diseases and Injuries References

The following annotation back-references for this diagnosis code are found in the injuries and diseases index. The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10-CM code(s).

Patient Education


Dislocations

Dislocations are joint injuries that force the ends of your bones out of position. The cause is often a fall or a blow, sometimes from playing a contact sport. You can dislocate your ankles, knees, shoulders, hips, elbows and jaw. You can also dislocate your finger and toe joints. Dislocated joints often are swollen, very painful and visibly out of place. You may not be able to move it.

A dislocated joint is an emergency. If you have one, seek medical attention. Treatment depends on which joint you dislocate and the severity of the injury. It might include manipulations to reposition your bones, medicine, a splint or sling, and rehabilitation. When properly repositioned, a joint will usually function and move normally again in a few weeks. Once you dislocate a shoulder or kneecap, you are more likely to dislocate it again. Wearing protective gear during sports may help prevent dislocations.


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Hand Injuries and Disorders

No matter how old you are or what you do for a living, you are always using your hands. When there is something wrong with them, you may not be able to do your regular activities.

Hand problems include :

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome - compression of a nerve as it goes through the wrist, often making your fingers feel numb
  • Injuries that result in fractures (broken bones), ruptured ligaments and dislocations
  • Osteoarthritis - wear-and-tear arthritis, which can also cause deformity
  • Tendinitis - irritation of the tendons
  • Disorders and injuries of your fingers and thumb

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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.