Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM S36 is the diagnosis code for Injury of intra-abdominal organs. 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 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 S36 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, S36 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
S36 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Injury of intra-abdominal organs". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
S36 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.
S36 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S36.0, S36.1, S36.2, S36.3, S36.4 and more.
Use S36 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Injury of intra-abdominal organs" 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 Injury of intra-abdominal organs is S36.
No, S36 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
S36 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, S36 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.