S36.119
Billable

Unspecified injury of liver

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of liver?

ICD-10-CM S36.119 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of liver. 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.

Coding Guidelines for S36.119

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 S36.119 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S36.119 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S36.119 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S36.119 mean?

S36.119 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of liver". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S36.119?

The parent code of S36.119 is S36.11 ("Injury of liver"). S36.119 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S36.119 in?

S36.119 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 S36.119?

Use S36.119 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of liver" 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 of liver?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of liver is S36.119.

Can S36.119 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S36.119 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S36.119 in?

S36.119 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S36.119 valid for 2026?

Yes, S36.119 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
S36.119
Unspecified injury of liver
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