S58
Non-Billable

Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm?

ICD-10-CM S58 is the diagnosis code for Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm. 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 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 S58

✅ This Code Includes

  • An amputation not identified as partial or complete should be coded to complete

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as S58. They are mutually exclusive:

  • traumatic amputation of wrist and hand (S68.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S58 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S58.0Traumatic amputation at elbow levelNon-BillableS58.01Complete traumatic amputation at elbow levelNon-BillableS58.011Complete traumatic amputation at elbow level, right armBillableS58.012Complete traumatic amputation at elbow level, left armBillableS58.019Complete traumatic amputation at elbow level, unspecified armBillableS58.02Partial traumatic amputation at elbow levelNon-BillableS58.021Partial traumatic amputation at elbow level, right armBillableS58.022Partial traumatic amputation at elbow level, left armBillableS58.029Partial traumatic amputation at elbow level, unspecified armBillableS58.1Traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wristNon-BillableS58.11Complete traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wristNon-BillableS58.111Complete traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wrist, right armBillableS58.112Complete traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wrist, left armBillableS58.119Complete traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wrist, unspecified armBillableS58.12Partial traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wristNon-BillableS58.121Partial traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wrist, right armBillableS58.122Partial traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wrist, left armBillableS58.129Partial traumatic amputation at level between elbow and wrist, unspecified armBillableS58.9Traumatic amputation of forearm, level unspecifiedNon-BillableS58.91Complete traumatic amputation of forearm, level unspecifiedNon-BillableS58.911Complete traumatic amputation of right forearm, level unspecifiedBillableS58.912Complete traumatic amputation of left forearm, level unspecifiedBillableS58.919Complete traumatic amputation of unspecified forearm, level unspecifiedBillableS58.92Partial traumatic amputation of forearm, level unspecifiedNon-BillableS58.921Partial traumatic amputation of right forearm, level unspecifiedBillableS58.922Partial traumatic amputation of left forearm, level unspecifiedBillableS58.929Partial traumatic amputation of unspecified forearm, level unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S58 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S58 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S58 mean?

S58 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is S58 in?

S58 is located in Section S50-S59 — "Injuries to the elbow and forearm" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S58?

S58 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S58.0, S58.1, S58.9.

When should I use S58?

Use S58 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm" 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 Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm is S58.

Can S58 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S58 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S58 in?

S58 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from S58?

Type 1 Excludes for S58 include: traumatic amputation of wrist and hand (S68.-).

Is S58 valid for 2026?

Yes, S58 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
S58
Traumatic amputation of elbow and forearm
Non-Billable / Non-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