S45.001
Billable

Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side?

ICD-10-CM S45.001 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side. 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 S45.001

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 S45.001 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S45.001 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S45.001 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S45.001 mean?

S45.001 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S45.001?

The parent code of S45.001 is S45.00 ("Unspecified injury of axillary artery"). S45.001 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S45.001 in?

S45.001 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 S45.001?

Use S45.001 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side" 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 axillary artery, right side?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side is S45.001.

Can S45.001 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S45.001 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S45.001 in?

S45.001 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S45.001 valid for 2026?

Yes, S45.001 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
S45.001
Unspecified injury of axillary artery, right side
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