2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S68.1
Traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other and unspecified finger
- ICD-10-CM Code:
- S68.1
- ICD-10 Code for:
- Traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of and unsp finger
- Is Billable?
- Not Valid for Submission
- Code Navigator:
S68.1 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other and unspecified finger. 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 S68.1 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 Traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of and unsp finger
Non-specific codes like S68.1 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 traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of and unsp finger:
S68.11 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other and unspecified finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
S68.110 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right index finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.110A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.110D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.110S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.111 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left index finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.111A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.111D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.111S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.112 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right middle finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.112A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.112D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.112S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.113 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left middle finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.113A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.113D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.113S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.114 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right ring finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.114A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.114D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.114S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.115 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left ring finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.115A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.115D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.115S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.116 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right little finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.116A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.116D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.116S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.117 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left little finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.117A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.117D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.117S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.118 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.118A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.118D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.118S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.119 for Complete traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of unspecified finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.119A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.119D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.119S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.12 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other and unspecified finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
S68.120 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right index finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.120A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.120D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.120S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.121 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left index finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.121A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.121D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.121S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.122 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right middle finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.122A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.122D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.122S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.123 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left middle finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.123A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.123D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.123S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.124 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right ring finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.124A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.124D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.124S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.125 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left ring finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.125A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.125D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.125S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.126 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of right little finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.126A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.126D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.126S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.127 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of left little finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.127A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.127D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.127S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.128 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of other finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.128A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.128D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.128S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
S68.129 for Partial traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of unspecified finger - NON-BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.129A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.129D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE
Use S68.129S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE
Coding Guidelines
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Traumatic amputation of wrist, hand and fingers (S68). 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 TermsThese 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 finger NOS
Type 2 Excludes
Type 2 ExcludesA 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.
- traumatic metacarpophalangeal amputation of thumb S68.0
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.