S65.500
Billable

Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index finger

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index finger?

ICD-10-CM S65.500 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index 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.

Coding Guidelines for S65.500

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 S65.500 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S65.500 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S65.500 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S65.500 mean?

S65.500 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index 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 S65.500?

The parent code of S65.500 is S65.50 ("Unspecified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger"). S65.500 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S65.500 in?

S65.500 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 S65.500?

Use S65.500 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index 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 Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index finger?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index finger is S65.500.

Can S65.500 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S65.500 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S65.500 in?

S65.500 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S65.500 valid for 2026?

Yes, S65.500 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
S65.500
Unspecified injury of blood vessel of right index 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