S31.815
Billable

Open bite of right buttock

Billable / Specific Code

What is Open bite of right buttock?

ICD-10-CM S31.815 is the diagnosis code for Open bite of right buttock. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for S31.815

✅ This Code Includes

  • Bite of right buttock NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S31.815. They are mutually exclusive:

  • superficial bite of buttock (S30.870)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S31.815 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S31.815 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S31.815 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S31.815 mean?

S31.815 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Open bite of right buttock". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S31.815?

The parent code of S31.815 is S31.81 ("Open wound of right buttock"). S31.815 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S31.815 in?

S31.815 is located in Section S30-S39 — "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S31.815?

Use S31.815 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Open bite of right buttock" 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 right buttock?

The ICD-10-CM code for Open bite of right buttock is S31.815.

Can S31.815 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S31.815 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S31.815 in?

S31.815 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S31.815?

Type 1 Excludes for S31.815 include: superficial bite of buttock (S30.870).

Is S31.815 valid for 2026?

Yes, S31.815 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
S31.815
Open bite of right buttock
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S30-S39 — Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals
2026 ICD-10-CM