S83.207
Billable

Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee

Billable / Specific Code

What is Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee?

ICD-10-CM S83.207 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" 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 S83.207

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 S83.207 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S83.207 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S83.207 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S83.207 mean?

S83.207 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S83.207?

The parent code of S83.207 is S83.20 ("Tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury"). S83.207 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S83.207 in?

S83.207 is located in Section S80-S89 — "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use S83.207?

Use S83.207 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee" 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 tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee is S83.207.

Can S83.207 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S83.207 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S83.207 in?

S83.207 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S83.207 valid for 2026?

Yes, S83.207 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
S83.207
Unspecified tear of unspecified meniscus, current injury, left knee
Billable / Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S80-S89 — Injuries to the knee and lower leg
2026 ICD-10-CM