S85.202
Billable

Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg?

ICD-10-CM S85.202 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" 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 S85.202

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 S85.202 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S85.202 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S85.202 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S85.202 mean?

S85.202 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S85.202?

The parent code of S85.202 is S85.20 ("Unspecified injury of peroneal artery"). S85.202 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S85.202 in?

S85.202 is located in Section S80-S89 — "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S85.202?

Use S85.202 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg" 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 peroneal artery, left leg?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg is S85.202.

Can S85.202 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S85.202 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S85.202 in?

S85.202 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S85.202 valid for 2026?

Yes, S85.202 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
S85.202
Unspecified injury of peroneal artery, left leg
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S80-S89 — Injuries to the knee and lower leg
2026 ICD-10-CM