S60.943
Billable

Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger?

ICD-10-CM S60.943 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger. 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 S60.943

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 S60.943 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S60.943 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S60.943 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S60.943 mean?

S60.943 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S60.943?

The parent code of S60.943 is S60.94 ("Unspecified superficial injury of other fingers"). S60.943 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S60.943 in?

S60.943 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 S60.943?

Use S60.943 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger" 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 left middle finger?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger is S60.943.

Can S60.943 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S60.943 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S60.943 in?

S60.943 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S60.943 valid for 2026?

Yes, S60.943 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
S60.943
Unspecified superficial injury of left middle finger
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