S27.391
Billable

Other injuries of lung, unilateral

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other injuries of lung, unilateral?

ICD-10-CM S27.391 is the diagnosis code for Other injuries of lung, unilateral. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the thorax" 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 S27.391

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 S27.391 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S27.391 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S27.391 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S27.391 mean?

S27.391 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other injuries of lung, unilateral". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S27.391?

The parent code of S27.391 is S27.39 ("Other injuries of lung"). S27.391 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S27.391 in?

S27.391 is located in Section S20-S29 — "Injuries to the thorax" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S27.391?

Use S27.391 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other injuries of lung, unilateral" 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 injuries of lung, unilateral?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other injuries of lung, unilateral is S27.391.

Can S27.391 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S27.391 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S27.391 in?

S27.391 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S27.391 valid for 2026?

Yes, S27.391 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
S27.391
Other injuries of lung, unilateral
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S20-S29 — Injuries to the thorax
2026 ICD-10-CM