S06.38

Non-Billable

Is S06.38 Billable?

No — This is a non-billable / non-specific code. Use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem

Billable Alternatives 11 found

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem without loss of consciousness

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of 31 minutes to 59 minutes

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of 1 hour to 5 hours 59 minutes

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of 6 hours to 24 hours

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours with return to pre-existing conscious level

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient surviving

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of any duration with death due to brain injury prior to regaining consciousness

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of any duration with death due to other cause prior to regaining consciousness

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration

Contusion, laceration, and hemorrhage of brainstem with loss of consciousness status unknown

Understanding Billable vs Non-Billable Codes

ICD-10-CM codes are classified as either billable/specific or non-billable/non-specific. Billable codes can be used on insurance claims for reimbursement. Non-billable codes are typically parent or header codes that require a more specific sub-code for actual billing.

When a code is non-billable, always look for its child codes (sub-codes) which provide the necessary specificity for reimbursement. Using a non-billable code on a claim may result in denial or delayed payment.

About Billable Status

Billable status indicates whether a code can be used for reimbursement purposes. Non-billable codes are typically header or parent codes that require a more specific sub-code for actual billing and claims. Always verify with the latest payer guidelines.