S66.802
Billable

Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand?

ICD-10-CM S66.802 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left 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 S66.802

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 S66.802 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S66.802 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S66.802 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S66.802 mean?

S66.802 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left 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 S66.802?

The parent code of S66.802 is S66.80 ("Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level"). S66.802 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S66.802 in?

S66.802 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 S66.802?

Use S66.802 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left 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 injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left hand is S66.802.

Can S66.802 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S66.802 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S66.802 in?

S66.802 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S66.802 valid for 2026?

Yes, S66.802 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
S66.802
Unspecified injury of other specified muscles, fascia and tendons at wrist and hand level, left 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