S35.2
Non-Billable

Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches?

ICD-10-CM S35.2 is the diagnosis code for Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches. 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.

Coding Guidelines for S35.2

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 S35.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
S35.21Injury of celiac arteryNon-BillableS35.211Minor laceration of celiac arteryBillableS35.212Major laceration of celiac arteryBillableS35.218Other injury of celiac arteryBillableS35.219Unspecified injury of celiac arteryBillableS35.22Injury of superior mesenteric arteryNon-BillableS35.221Minor laceration of superior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.222Major laceration of superior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.228Other injury of superior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.229Unspecified injury of superior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.23Injury of inferior mesenteric arteryNon-BillableS35.231Minor laceration of inferior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.232Major laceration of inferior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.238Other injury of inferior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.239Unspecified injury of inferior mesenteric arteryBillableS35.29Injury of branches of celiac and mesenteric arteryNon-BillableS35.291Minor laceration of branches of celiac and mesenteric arteryBillableS35.292Major laceration of branches of celiac and mesenteric arteryBillableS35.298Other injury of branches of celiac and mesenteric arteryBillableS35.299Unspecified injury of branches of celiac and mesenteric arteryBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S35.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S35.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S35.2 mean?

S35.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S35.2?

The parent code of S35.2 is S35 ("Injury of blood vessels at abdomen, lower back and pelvis level"). S35.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S35.2 in?

S35.2 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 S35.2?

S35.2 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S35.21, S35.22, S35.23, S35.29.

When should I use S35.2?

Use S35.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches" 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 Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches?

The ICD-10-CM code for Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches is S35.2.

Can S35.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S35.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S35.2 in?

S35.2 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S35.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, S35.2 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
S35.2
Injury of celiac or mesenteric artery and branches
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