S01.05
Billable

Open bite of scalp

Billable / Specific Code

What is Open bite of scalp?

ICD-10-CM S01.05 is the diagnosis code for Open bite of scalp. 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 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for S01.05

✅ This Code Includes

  • Bite of scalp NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S01.05. They are mutually exclusive:

  • superficial bite of scalp (S00.06, S00.07-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S01.05 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S01.05 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S01.05 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S01.05 mean?

S01.05 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Open bite of scalp". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S01.05?

The parent code of S01.05 is S01.0 ("Open wound of scalp"). S01.05 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S01.05 in?

S01.05 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S01.05?

Use S01.05 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Open bite of scalp" 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 scalp?

The ICD-10-CM code for Open bite of scalp is S01.05.

Can S01.05 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S01.05 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S01.05 in?

S01.05 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S01.05?

Type 1 Excludes for S01.05 include: superficial bite of scalp (S00.06, S00.07-).

Is S01.05 valid for 2026?

Yes, S01.05 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
S01.05
Open bite of scalp
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S00-S09 — Injuries to the head
2026 ICD-10-CM