S67.9
Non-Billable

Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers?

ICD-10-CM S67.9 is the diagnosis code for Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers. 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 S67.9

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 S67.9 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S67.90Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of unspecified wrist, hand and fingersBillableS67.91Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of right wrist, hand and fingersBillableS67.92Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of left wrist, hand and fingersBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S67.9 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S67.9 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S67.9 mean?

S67.9 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S67.9?

The parent code of S67.9 is S67 ("Crushing injury of wrist, hand and fingers"). S67.9 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S67.9 in?

S67.9 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 S67.9?

S67.9 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S67.90, S67.91, S67.92.

When should I use S67.9?

Use S67.9 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers" 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 Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers?

The ICD-10-CM code for Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers is S67.9.

Can S67.9 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S67.9 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S67.9 in?

S67.9 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S67.9 valid for 2026?

Yes, S67.9 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
S67.9
Crushing injury of unspecified part(s) of wrist, hand and fingers
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