S31.4
Non-Billable

Open wound of vagina and vulva

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Open wound of vagina and vulva?

ICD-10-CM S31.4 is the diagnosis code for Open wound of vagina and vulva. 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 S31.4

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S31.4. They are mutually exclusive:

  • injury to vagina and vulva during delivery (O70.-, O71.4)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S31.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 6 entries
S31.40Unspecified open wound of vagina and vulvaBillableS31.41Laceration without foreign body of vagina and vulvaBillableS31.42Laceration with foreign body of vagina and vulvaBillableS31.43Puncture wound without foreign body of vagina and vulvaBillableS31.44Puncture wound with foreign body of vagina and vulvaBillableS31.45Open bite of vagina and vulvaBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S31.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S31.4 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S31.4 mean?

S31.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Open wound of vagina and vulva". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S31.4?

The parent code of S31.4 is S31 ("Open wound of abdomen, lower back, pelvis and external genitals"). S31.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S31.4 in?

S31.4 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 S31.4?

S31.4 has 6 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S31.40, S31.41, S31.42, S31.43, S31.44 and more.

When should I use S31.4?

Use S31.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Open wound of vagina and vulva" 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 Open wound of vagina and vulva?

The ICD-10-CM code for Open wound of vagina and vulva is S31.4.

Can S31.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S31.4 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S31.4 in?

S31.4 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S31.4?

Type 1 Excludes for S31.4 include: injury to vagina and vulva during delivery (O70.-, O71.4).

Is S31.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, S31.4 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
S31.4
Open wound of vagina and vulva
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