S79.929
Billable

Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh?

ICD-10-CM S79.929 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the hip and thigh" 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 S79.929

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 S79.929 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S79.929 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S79.929 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S79.929 mean?

S79.929 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S79.929?

The parent code of S79.929 is S79.92 ("Unspecified injury of thigh"). S79.929 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S79.929 in?

S79.929 is located in Section S70-S79 — "Injuries to the hip and thigh" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S79.929?

Use S79.929 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh" 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 unspecified thigh?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh is S79.929.

Can S79.929 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S79.929 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S79.929 in?

S79.929 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S79.929 valid for 2026?

Yes, S79.929 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
S79.929
Unspecified injury of unspecified thigh
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S70-S79 — Injuries to the hip and thigh
2026 ICD-10-CM