S14.4
Billable

Injury of peripheral nerves of neck

Billable / Specific Code

What is Injury of peripheral nerves of neck?

ICD-10-CM S14.4 is the diagnosis code for Injury of peripheral nerves of neck. 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 S14.4

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 S14.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S14.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S14.4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S14.4 mean?

S14.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Injury of peripheral nerves of neck". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S14.4?

The parent code of S14.4 is S14 ("Injury of nerves and spinal cord at neck level"). S14.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S14.4 in?

S14.4 is located in Section S10-S19 — "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S14.4?

Use S14.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Injury of peripheral nerves of neck" 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 Injury of peripheral nerves of neck?

The ICD-10-CM code for Injury of peripheral nerves of neck is S14.4.

Can S14.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S14.4 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S14.4 in?

S14.4 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S14.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, S14.4 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
S14.4
Injury of peripheral nerves of neck
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