S30.842
Billable

External constriction of penis

Billable / Specific Code

What is External constriction of penis?

ICD-10-CM S30.842 is the diagnosis code for External constriction of penis. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for S30.842

✅ This Code Includes

  • Hair tourniquet syndrome of penis

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S30.842 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S30.842 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S30.842 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S30.842 mean?

S30.842 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "External constriction of penis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S30.842?

The parent code of S30.842 is S30.84 ("External constriction of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals"). S30.842 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S30.842 in?

S30.842 is located in Section S30-S39 — "Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S30.842?

Use S30.842 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "External constriction of penis" 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 External constriction of penis?

The ICD-10-CM code for External constriction of penis is S30.842.

Can S30.842 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S30.842 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S30.842 in?

S30.842 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S30.842 valid for 2026?

Yes, S30.842 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
S30.842
External constriction of penis
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S30-S39 — Injuries to the abdomen, lower back, lumbar spine, pelvis and external genitals
2026 ICD-10-CM