S36.30
Billable

Unspecified injury of stomach

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of stomach?

ICD-10-CM S36.30 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of stomach. 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 S36.30

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 S36.30 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S36.30 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S36.30 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S36.30 mean?

S36.30 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of stomach". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S36.30?

The parent code of S36.30 is S36.3 ("Injury of stomach"). S36.30 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S36.30 in?

S36.30 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 S36.30?

Use S36.30 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of stomach" 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 stomach?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of stomach is S36.30.

Can S36.30 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S36.30 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S36.30 in?

S36.30 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S36.30 valid for 2026?

Yes, S36.30 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
S36.30
Unspecified injury of stomach
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