S36.114
Billable

Minor laceration of liver

Billable / Specific Code

What is Minor laceration of liver?

ICD-10-CM S36.114 is the diagnosis code for Minor laceration of liver. 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 S36.114

✅ This Code Includes

  • Laceration involving capsule only, or, without significant involvement of hepatic parenchyma [i.e., less than 1 cm deep]

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S36.114 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S36.114 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S36.114 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S36.114 mean?

S36.114 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Minor laceration of liver". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S36.114?

The parent code of S36.114 is S36.11 ("Injury of liver"). S36.114 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S36.114 in?

S36.114 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 S36.114?

Use S36.114 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Minor laceration of liver" 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 Minor laceration of liver?

The ICD-10-CM code for Minor laceration of liver is S36.114.

Can S36.114 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S36.114 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S36.114 in?

S36.114 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S36.114 valid for 2026?

Yes, S36.114 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
S36.114
Minor laceration of liver
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