S85.181
Billable

Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg?

ICD-10-CM S85.181 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg. 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 S85.181

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 S85.181 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S85.181 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S85.181 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S85.181 mean?

S85.181 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S85.181?

The parent code of S85.181 is S85.18 ("Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery"). S85.181 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S85.181 in?

S85.181 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 S85.181?

Use S85.181 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg" 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 posterior tibial artery, right leg?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg is S85.181.

Can S85.181 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S85.181 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S85.181 in?

S85.181 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S85.181 valid for 2026?

Yes, S85.181 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
S85.181
Other specified injury of posterior tibial artery, right leg
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