S01.442
Billable

Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular area

Billable / Specific Code

What is Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular area?

ICD-10-CM S01.442 is the diagnosis code for Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular 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 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 S01.442

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 S01.442 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S01.442 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S01.442 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S01.442 mean?

S01.442 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular 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 S01.442?

The parent code of S01.442 is S01.44 ("Puncture wound with foreign body of cheek and temporomandibular area"). S01.442 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S01.442 in?

S01.442 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S01.442?

Use S01.442 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular 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 Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular area?

The ICD-10-CM code for Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular area is S01.442.

Can S01.442 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S01.442 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S01.442 in?

S01.442 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S01.442 valid for 2026?

Yes, S01.442 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
S01.442
Puncture wound with foreign body of left cheek and temporomandibular area
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