S55.199
Billable

Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm?

ICD-10-CM S55.199 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the elbow and forearm" 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.

Coding Guidelines for S55.199

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 S55.199 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S55.199 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S55.199 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S55.199 mean?

S55.199 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S55.199?

The parent code of S55.199 is S55.19 ("Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level"). S55.199 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S55.199 in?

S55.199 is located in Section S50-S59 — "Injuries to the elbow and forearm" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S55.199?

Use S55.199 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm" 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 specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm is S55.199.

Can S55.199 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S55.199 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S55.199 in?

S55.199 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S55.199 valid for 2026?

Yes, S55.199 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
S55.199
Other specified injury of radial artery at forearm level, unspecified arm
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S50-S59 — Injuries to the elbow and forearm
2026 ICD-10-CM