S41.05
Non-Billable

Open bite of shoulder

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Open bite of shoulder?

ICD-10-CM S41.05 is the diagnosis code for Open bite of shoulder. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm" 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for S41.05

✅ This Code Includes

  • Bite of shoulder NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S41.05. They are mutually exclusive:

  • superficial bite of shoulder (S40.27)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S41.05 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S41.051Open bite of right shoulderBillableS41.052Open bite of left shoulderBillableS41.059Open bite of unspecified shoulderBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S41.05 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S41.05 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S41.05 mean?

S41.05 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Open bite of shoulder". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S41.05?

The parent code of S41.05 is S41.0 ("Open wound of shoulder"). S41.05 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S41.05 in?

S41.05 is located in Section S40-S49 — "Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S41.05?

S41.05 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S41.051, S41.052, S41.059.

When should I use S41.05?

Use S41.05 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Open bite of shoulder" 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 bite of shoulder?

The ICD-10-CM code for Open bite of shoulder is S41.05.

Can S41.05 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S41.05 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S41.05 in?

S41.05 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S41.05?

Type 1 Excludes for S41.05 include: superficial bite of shoulder (S40.27).

Is S41.05 valid for 2026?

Yes, S41.05 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
S41.05
Open bite of shoulder
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S40-S49 — Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm
2026 ICD-10-CM