S64.498
Billable

Injury of digital nerve of other finger

Billable / Specific Code

What is Injury of digital nerve of other finger?

ICD-10-CM S64.498 is the diagnosis code for Injury of digital nerve of other finger. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for S64.498

✅ This Code Includes

  • Injury of digital nerve of specified finger with unspecified laterality

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S64.498 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S64.498 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S64.498 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S64.498 mean?

S64.498 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Injury of digital nerve of other finger". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S64.498?

The parent code of S64.498 is S64.49 ("Injury of digital nerve of other finger"). S64.498 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S64.498 in?

S64.498 is located in Section S60-S69 — "Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S64.498?

Use S64.498 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Injury of digital nerve of other finger" 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 Injury of digital nerve of other finger?

The ICD-10-CM code for Injury of digital nerve of other finger is S64.498.

Can S64.498 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S64.498 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S64.498 in?

S64.498 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S64.498 valid for 2026?

Yes, S64.498 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
S64.498
Injury of digital nerve of other finger
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S60-S69 — Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers
2026 ICD-10-CM