S06.4
Non-Billable

Epidural hemorrhage

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Epidural hemorrhage?

ICD-10-CM S06.4 is the diagnosis code for Epidural hemorrhage. 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

Coding Guidelines for S06.4

✅ This Code Includes

  • Extradural hemorrhage NOS
  • Extradural hemorrhage (traumatic)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S06.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 1 entries
S06.4XEpidural hemorrhageNon-BillableS06.4X0Epidural hemorrhage without loss of consciousnessBillableS06.4X1Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or lessBillableS06.4X2Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 31 minutes to 59 minutesBillableS06.4X3Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 1 hour to 5 hours 59 minutesBillableS06.4X4Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of 6 hours to 24 hoursBillableS06.4X5Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours with return to pre-existing conscious levelBillableS06.4X6Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness greater than 24 hours without return to pre-existing conscious level with patient survivingBillableS06.4X7Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of any duration with death due to brain injury prior to regaining consciousnessBillableS06.4X8Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of any duration with death due to other causes prior to regaining consciousnessBillableS06.4X9Epidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified durationBillableS06.4XAEpidural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknownBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S06.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S06.4 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S06.4 mean?

S06.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Epidural hemorrhage". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S06.4?

The parent code of S06.4 is S06 ("Intracranial injury"). S06.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S06.4 in?

S06.4 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 S06.4?

S06.4 has 1 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S06.4X.

When should I use S06.4?

Use S06.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Epidural hemorrhage" 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 Epidural hemorrhage?

The ICD-10-CM code for Epidural hemorrhage is S06.4.

Can S06.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S06.4 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S06.4 in?

S06.4 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S06.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, S06.4 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
S06.4
Epidural hemorrhage
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