Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM S28 is the diagnosis code for Crushing injury of thorax, and traumatic amputation of part of thorax. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the thorax" 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.
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.
Understanding where S28 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, S28 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
S28 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Crushing injury of thorax, and traumatic amputation of part of thorax". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
S28 is located in Section S20-S29 — "Injuries to the thorax" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
S28 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S28.0, S28.1, S28.2.
Use S28 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Crushing injury of thorax, and traumatic amputation of part of thorax" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Crushing injury of thorax, and traumatic amputation of part of thorax is S28.
No, S28 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
S28 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, S28 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.