S91.05
Non-Billable

Open bite of ankle

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Open bite of ankle?

ICD-10-CM S91.05 is the diagnosis code for Open bite of ankle. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the ankle and foot" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for S91.05

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S91.05. They are mutually exclusive:

  • superficial bite of ankle (S90.56-, S90.57-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S91.05 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S91.051Open bite, right ankleBillableS91.052Open bite, left ankleBillableS91.059Open bite, unspecified ankleBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S91.05 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S91.05 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S91.05 mean?

S91.05 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Open bite of ankle". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S91.05?

The parent code of S91.05 is S91.0 ("Open wound of ankle"). S91.05 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S91.05 in?

S91.05 is located in Section S90-S99 — "Injuries to the ankle and foot" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S91.05?

S91.05 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S91.051, S91.052, S91.059.

When should I use S91.05?

Use S91.05 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Open bite of ankle" 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 Open bite of ankle?

The ICD-10-CM code for Open bite of ankle is S91.05.

Can S91.05 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S91.05 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S91.05 in?

S91.05 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S91.05?

Type 1 Excludes for S91.05 include: superficial bite of ankle (S90.56-, S90.57-).

Is S91.05 valid for 2026?

Yes, S91.05 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
S91.05
Open bite of ankle
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S90-S99 — Injuries to the ankle and foot
2026 ICD-10-CM