S15.191
Billable

Other specified injury of right vertebral artery

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of right vertebral artery?

ICD-10-CM S15.191 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of right vertebral artery. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the neck" 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 S15.191

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 S15.191 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S15.191 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S15.191 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S15.191 mean?

S15.191 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of right vertebral artery". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S15.191?

The parent code of S15.191 is S15.19 ("Other specified injury of vertebral artery"). S15.191 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S15.191 in?

S15.191 is located in Section S10-S19 — "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S15.191?

Use S15.191 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of right vertebral artery" 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 Other specified injury of right vertebral artery?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of right vertebral artery is S15.191.

Can S15.191 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S15.191 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S15.191 in?

S15.191 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S15.191 valid for 2026?

Yes, S15.191 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
S15.191
Other specified injury of right vertebral artery
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S10-S19 — Injuries to the neck
2026 ICD-10-CM