S04.812
Billable

Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side

Billable / Specific Code

What is Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side?

ICD-10-CM S04.812 is the diagnosis code for Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side. 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 S04.812

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 S04.812 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S04.812 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S04.812 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S04.812 mean?

S04.812 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S04.812?

The parent code of S04.812 is S04.81 ("Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve"). S04.812 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S04.812 in?

S04.812 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S04.812?

Use S04.812 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side" 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 Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side?

The ICD-10-CM code for Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side is S04.812.

Can S04.812 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S04.812 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S04.812 in?

S04.812 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S04.812 valid for 2026?

Yes, S04.812 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
S04.812
Injury of olfactory [1st ] nerve, left side
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