2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S93.30

Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of foot

ICD-10-CM Code:
S93.30
ICD-10 Code for:
Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of foot
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 ankle and foot
      (S90-S99)
      • Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments at ankle, foot and toe level
        (S93)

S93.30 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of unspecified subluxation and dislocation of foot. 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.

Unspecified diagnosis codes like S93.30 are acceptable when clinical information is unknown or not available about a particular condition. Although a more specific code is preferable, unspecified codes should be used when such codes most accurately reflect what is known about a patient's condition. Specific diagnosis codes should not be used if not supported by the patient's medical record.

Specific Coding Applicable to Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of foot

Non-specific codes like S93.30 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 unspecified subluxation and dislocation of foot:

  • S93.301 for Unspecified subluxation of right foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.301A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.301D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.301S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S93.302 for Unspecified subluxation of left foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.302A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.302D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.302S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S93.303 for Unspecified subluxation of unspecified foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.303A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.303D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.303S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S93.304 for Unspecified dislocation of right foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.304A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.304D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.304S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S93.305 for Unspecified dislocation of left foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.305A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.305D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.305S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S93.306 for Unspecified dislocation of unspecified foot - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.306A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.306D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S93.306S 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 ankle, foot and toe level (S93). 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 Terms
These 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.
  • Dislocation of foot NOS
  • Subluxation of foot NOS

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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Foot Injuries and Disorders

Each of your feet has 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments. No wonder a lot of things can go wrong. Here are a few common problems:

  • Bunions - hard, painful bumps on the big toe joint
  • Corns and calluses - thickened skin from friction or pressure
  • Plantar warts - warts on the soles of your feet
  • Fallen arches - also called flat feet

Ill-fitting shoes often cause these problems. Aging and being overweight also increase your chances of having foot problems.


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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.