S45.191
Billable

Other specified injury of brachial artery, right side

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of brachial artery, right side?

ICD-10-CM S45.191 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of brachial 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 S45.191

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 S45.191 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S45.191 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S45.191 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S45.191 mean?

S45.191 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of brachial 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 S45.191?

The parent code of S45.191 is S45.19 ("Other specified injury of brachial artery"). S45.191 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S45.191 in?

S45.191 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 S45.191?

Use S45.191 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of brachial 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 Other specified injury of brachial artery, right side?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of brachial artery, right side is S45.191.

Can S45.191 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S45.191 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S45.191 in?

S45.191 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S45.191 valid for 2026?

Yes, S45.191 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
S45.191
Other specified injury of brachial 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