2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S06.2X6ADiffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter

ICD-10-CM Codes›S00–T88›S00-S09›S06

ICD-10-CM S06.2X6A
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

S06.2X6A is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter. The 7th character A marks it as an initial encounter code, used while the patient is receiving active treatment. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 963 through 965. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Traumatic brain injury (TBI); concussion, initial encounter.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
S06.2X6A
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter
Short Description
Diffuse TBI w LOC >24 hr w/o ret consc w surv, init
Parent Code
S06.2X6
Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving

Code Classification

ChapterS00–T88Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
SectionS00-S09Injuries to the head
CategoryS06Intracranial injury
This CodeS06.2X6ADiffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter

Coding GuidelinesGuidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Intracranial injury (S06). Use the following options for the applicable episode of care:

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Source: ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2026, published by CMS and the National Center for Health Statistics.

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR INJ008
Traumatic brain injury (TBI); concussion, initial encounter
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a sudden injury that causes damage to the brain. It may happen when there is a blow, bump, or jolt to the head. This is a closed head injury. A TBI can also happen when an object penetrates the skull. This is a penetrating injury.

The full article covers:

  • What is traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
  • What causes traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
  • Who is at risk for traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
  • What are the symptoms of traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
  • How is traumatic brain injury (TBI) diagnosed?
  • What are the treatments for traumatic brain injury (TBI)?
  • Can traumatic brain injury (TBI) be prevented?

Read the full article at MedlinePlus

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Convert S06.2X6A to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
854.05 Brain inj NEC-deep coma
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About S06.2X6AOverview

Is S06.2X6A a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What does the 7th character A in S06.2X6A mean?

The final character A marks the initial encounter: use it while the patient is receiving active treatment for diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, such as an emergency visit or first evaluation.

What MS-DRG does S06.2X6A group to?

When diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 963, 964, 965, with relative weights from 0.9405 to 2.7338 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of S06.2X6A?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving, initial encounter converts to ICD-9-CM 854.05 (brain inj NEC-deep coma). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.