S60.929
Billable

Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand?

ICD-10-CM S60.929 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers" 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 S60.929

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 S60.929 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S60.929 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S60.929 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S60.929 mean?

S60.929 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S60.929?

The parent code of S60.929 is S60.92 ("Unspecified superficial injury of hand"). S60.929 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S60.929 in?

S60.929 is located in Section S60-S69 — "Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S60.929?

Use S60.929 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand" 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 Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand is S60.929.

Can S60.929 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S60.929 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S60.929 in?

S60.929 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S60.929 valid for 2026?

Yes, S60.929 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
S60.929
Unspecified superficial injury of unspecified hand
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S60-S69 — Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers
2026 ICD-10-CM