S65.102
Billable

Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm?

ICD-10-CM S65.102 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm. 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 S65.102

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 S65.102 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S65.102 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S65.102 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S65.102 mean?

S65.102 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left 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 S65.102?

The parent code of S65.102 is S65.10 ("Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level"). S65.102 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S65.102 in?

S65.102 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 S65.102?

Use S65.102 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left 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 Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm is S65.102.

Can S65.102 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S65.102 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S65.102 in?

S65.102 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S65.102 valid for 2026?

Yes, S65.102 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
S65.102
Unspecified injury of radial artery at wrist and hand level of left arm
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