S65.59
Non-Billable

Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger?

ICD-10-CM S65.59 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified 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 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.

Coding Guidelines for S65.59

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 S65.59 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
S65.590Other specified injury of blood vessel of right index fingerBillableS65.591Other specified injury of blood vessel of left index fingerBillableS65.592Other specified injury of blood vessel of right middle fingerBillableS65.593Other specified injury of blood vessel of left middle fingerBillableS65.594Other specified injury of blood vessel of right ring fingerBillableS65.595Other specified injury of blood vessel of left ring fingerBillableS65.596Other specified injury of blood vessel of right little fingerBillableS65.597Other specified injury of blood vessel of left little fingerBillableS65.598Other specified injury of blood vessel of other fingerBillableS65.599Other specified injury of blood vessel of unspecified fingerBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S65.59 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S65.59 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S65.59 mean?

S65.59 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified 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 S65.59?

The parent code of S65.59 is S65.5 ("Injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger"). S65.59 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S65.59 in?

S65.59 is located in Section S60-S69 — "Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S65.59?

S65.59 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S65.590, S65.591, S65.592, S65.593, S65.594 and more.

When should I use S65.59?

Use S65.59 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified 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 Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger is S65.59.

Can S65.59 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S65.59 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S65.59 in?

S65.59 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S65.59 valid for 2026?

Yes, S65.59 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
S65.59
Other specified injury of blood vessel of other and unspecified finger
Non-Billable / Non-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