S09.312
Billable

Primary blast injury of left ear

Billable / Specific Code

What is Primary blast injury of left ear?

ICD-10-CM S09.312 is the diagnosis code for Primary blast injury of left ear. 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 S09.312

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 S09.312 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S09.312 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S09.312 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S09.312 mean?

S09.312 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Primary blast injury of left ear". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S09.312?

The parent code of S09.312 is S09.31 ("Primary blast injury of ear"). S09.312 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S09.312 in?

S09.312 is located in Section S00-S09 — "Injuries to the head" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S09.312?

Use S09.312 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Primary blast injury of left ear" 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 Primary blast injury of left ear?

The ICD-10-CM code for Primary blast injury of left ear is S09.312.

Can S09.312 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S09.312 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S09.312 in?

S09.312 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S09.312 valid for 2026?

Yes, S09.312 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
S09.312
Primary blast injury of left ear
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