Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S98.13

Complete traumatic amputation of one lesser toe

ICD-10-CM Code:
S98.13
ICD-10 Code for:
Complete traumatic amputation of one lesser toe
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)
      • Traumatic amputation of ankle and foot
        (S98)

S98.13 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of complete traumatic amputation of one lesser toe. 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 Complete traumatic amputation of one lesser toe

Non-specific codes like S98.13 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 complete traumatic amputation of one lesser toe:

  • S98.131 for Complete traumatic amputation of one right lesser toe - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.131A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.131D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.131S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S98.132 for Complete traumatic amputation of one left lesser toe - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.132A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.132D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.132S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S98.139 for Complete traumatic amputation of one unspecified lesser toe - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.139A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.139D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S98.139S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Traumatic amputation of ankle and foot (S98). 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.
  • Traumatic amputation of toe 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


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.