S46.201
Billable

Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right arm

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right arm?

ICD-10-CM S46.201 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right 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 S46.201

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 S46.201 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S46.201 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S46.201 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S46.201 mean?

S46.201 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right 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 S46.201?

The parent code of S46.201 is S46.20 ("Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps"). S46.201 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S46.201 in?

S46.201 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 S46.201?

Use S46.201 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right 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 Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right arm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right arm is S46.201.

Can S46.201 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S46.201 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S46.201 in?

S46.201 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S46.201 valid for 2026?

Yes, S46.201 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
S46.201
Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, right 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