S30.87
Non-Billable

Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals?

ICD-10-CM S30.87 is the diagnosis code for Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals. 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 non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for S30.87

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S30.87. They are mutually exclusive:

  • open bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals (S31.05, S31.15, S31.25, S31.35, S31.45, S31.55)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S30.87 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 9 entries
S30.870Other superficial bite of lower back and pelvisBillableS30.871Other superficial bite of abdominal wallBillableS30.872Other superficial bite of penisBillableS30.873Other superficial bite of scrotum and testesBillableS30.874Other superficial bite of vagina and vulvaBillableS30.875Other superficial bite of unspecified external genital organs, maleBillableS30.876Other superficial bite of unspecified external genital organs, femaleBillableS30.877Other superficial bite of anusBillableS30.87AOther superficial bite of flankBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S30.87 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S30.87 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S30.87 mean?

S30.87 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S30.87?

The parent code of S30.87 is S30.8 ("Other superficial injuries of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals"). S30.87 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S30.87 in?

S30.87 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.

What are the sub-codes of S30.87?

S30.87 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S30.870, S30.871, S30.872, S30.873, S30.874 and more.

When should I use S30.87?

Use S30.87 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals" 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 superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals is S30.87.

Can S30.87 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S30.87 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S30.87 in?

S30.87 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S30.87?

Type 1 Excludes for S30.87 include: open bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals (S31.05, S31.15, S31.25, S31.35, S31.45, S31.55).

Is S30.87 valid for 2026?

Yes, S30.87 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
S30.87
Other superficial bite of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals
Non-Billable / Non-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