S01.45
Non-Billable

Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area?

ICD-10-CM S01.45 is the diagnosis code for Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S01.45

✅ This Code Includes

  • Bite of cheek and temporomandibular area NOS

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S01.45. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • superficial bite of cheek and temporomandibular area (S00.86, S00.87)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S01.45 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S01.451Open bite of right cheek and temporomandibular areaBillableS01.452Open bite of left cheek and temporomandibular areaBillableS01.459Open bite of unspecified cheek and temporomandibular areaBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S01.45 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S01.45 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S01.45 mean?

S01.45 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S01.45?

The parent code of S01.45 is S01.4 ("Open wound of cheek and temporomandibular area"). S01.45 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S01.45 in?

S01.45 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S01.45?

S01.45 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S01.451, S01.452, S01.459.

When should I use S01.45?

Use S01.45 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area?

The ICD-10-CM code for Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area is S01.45.

Can S01.45 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S01.45 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S01.45 in?

S01.45 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S01.45 valid for 2026?

Yes, S01.45 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
S01.45
Open bite of cheek and temporomandibular area
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S00-S09 — Injuries to the head
2026 ICD-10-CM