S41.141
Billable

Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm

Billable / Specific Code

What is Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm?

ICD-10-CM S41.141 is the diagnosis code for Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm" 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 S41.141

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 S41.141 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S41.141 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S41.141 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S41.141 mean?

S41.141 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S41.141?

The parent code of S41.141 is S41.14 ("Puncture wound with foreign body of upper arm"). S41.141 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S41.141 in?

S41.141 is located in Section S40-S49 — "Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S41.141?

Use S41.141 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm" 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 Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm is S41.141.

Can S41.141 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S41.141 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S41.141 in?

S41.141 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S41.141 valid for 2026?

Yes, S41.141 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
S41.141
Puncture wound with foreign body of right upper arm
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S40-S49 — Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm
2026 ICD-10-CM