S00.1
Non-Billable

Contusion of eyelid and periocular area

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Contusion of eyelid and periocular area?

ICD-10-CM S00.1 is the diagnosis code for Contusion of eyelid and periocular area. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the head" 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S00.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Black eye

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S00.1. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • contusion of eyeball and orbital tissues (S05.1-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S00.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S00.10Contusion of unspecified eyelid and periocular areaBillableS00.11Contusion of right eyelid and periocular areaBillableS00.12Contusion of left eyelid and periocular areaBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S00.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S00.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S00.1 mean?

S00.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Contusion of eyelid and periocular area". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S00.1?

The parent code of S00.1 is S00 ("Superficial injury of head"). S00.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S00.1 in?

S00.1 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S00.1?

S00.1 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S00.10, S00.11, S00.12.

When should I use S00.1?

Use S00.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Contusion of eyelid and periocular area" 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 Contusion of eyelid and periocular area?

The ICD-10-CM code for Contusion of eyelid and periocular area is S00.1.

Can S00.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S00.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S00.1 in?

S00.1 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S00.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, S00.1 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
S00.1
Contusion of eyelid and periocular area
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S00-S09 — Injuries to the head
2026 ICD-10-CM