S59.912
Billable

Unspecified injury of left forearm

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of left forearm?

ICD-10-CM S59.912 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of left forearm. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the elbow and forearm" 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 S59.912

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 S59.912 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S59.912 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S59.912 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S59.912 mean?

S59.912 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of left forearm". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S59.912?

The parent code of S59.912 is S59.91 ("Unspecified injury of forearm"). S59.912 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S59.912 in?

S59.912 is located in Section S50-S59 — "Injuries to the elbow and forearm" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S59.912?

Use S59.912 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of left forearm" 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 left forearm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of left forearm is S59.912.

Can S59.912 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S59.912 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S59.912 in?

S59.912 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S59.912 valid for 2026?

Yes, S59.912 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
S59.912
Unspecified injury of left forearm
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S50-S59 — Injuries to the elbow and forearm
2026 ICD-10-CM