S14.108
Billable

Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord?

ICD-10-CM S14.108 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

Coding Guidelines for S14.108

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S14.108 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S14.108 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S14.108 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S14.108 mean?

S14.108 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S14.108?

The parent code of S14.108 is S14.10 ("Unspecified injury of cervical spinal cord"). S14.108 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S14.108 in?

S14.108 is located in Section S10-S19 — "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S14.108?

Use S14.108 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord" 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 Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord is S14.108.

Can S14.108 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S14.108 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S14.108 in?

S14.108 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S14.108 valid for 2026?

Yes, S14.108 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
S14.108
Unspecified injury at C8 level of cervical spinal cord
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S10-S19 — Injuries to the neck
2026 ICD-10-CM