2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S30.12XAContusion of groin, initial encounter

ICD-10-CM Codes›S00–T88›S30-S39›S30

ICD-10-CM S30.12XA
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

S30.12XA is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for contusion of groin, 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 604 through 605, 963 through 965. Coders also document this condition as contusion of groin.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
S30.12XA
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Contusion of groin, initial encounter
Short Description
Contusion of groin, initial encounter
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
S30.12
Contusion of groin

Code Classification

ChapterS00–T88Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
SectionS30-S39Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals
CategoryS30Superficial injury of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals
This CodeS30.12XAContusion of groin, initial encounter

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Contusion of groin
  • Hematoma of groin
  • Hematoma of left groin
  • Hematoma of right groin

Coding GuidelinesGuidance

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Superficial injury of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals (S30). 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.

Code History & ChangesHistory

New Code S30.12XA was added to the ICD-10-CM code set for FY 2026, effective October 1, 2025.

Replacement S30.12XA replaces the following previously assigned code(s):

  • S30.1XXA - Contusion of abdominal wall, initial encounter
FY 2026AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2025.
FY 2026CurrentRevised in the current code setEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About S30.12XAOverview

Is S30.12XA (Contusion of groin) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report contusion of groin, initial encounter on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What does the 7th character A in S30.12XA mean?

The final character A marks the initial encounter: use it while the patient is receiving active treatment for contusion of groin, such as an emergency visit or first evaluation.

What MS-DRG does S30.12XA group to?

When contusion of groin, initial encounter is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 604, 605, 963, 964, 965, with relative weights from 0.9160 to 2.7338 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.