S15.399
Billable

Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein?

ICD-10-CM S15.399 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein. 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 S15.399

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 S15.399 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S15.399 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S15.399 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S15.399 mean?

S15.399 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S15.399?

The parent code of S15.399 is S15.39 ("Other specified injury of internal jugular vein"). S15.399 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S15.399 in?

S15.399 is located in Section S10-S19 — "Injuries to the neck" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S15.399?

Use S15.399 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein" 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 unspecified internal jugular vein?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein is S15.399.

Can S15.399 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S15.399 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S15.399 in?

S15.399 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S15.399 valid for 2026?

Yes, S15.399 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
S15.399
Other specified injury of unspecified internal jugular vein
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