S85.30
Non-Billable

Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level?

ICD-10-CM S85.30 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level. 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 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 S85.30

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 S85.30 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S85.301Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level, right legBillableS85.302Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level, left legBillableS85.309Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level, unspecified legBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S85.30 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S85.30 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S85.30 mean?

S85.30 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S85.30?

The parent code of S85.30 is S85.3 ("Injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level"). S85.30 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S85.30 in?

S85.30 is located in Section S80-S89 — "Injuries to the knee and lower leg" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S85.30?

S85.30 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S85.301, S85.302, S85.309.

When should I use S85.30?

Use S85.30 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level" 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 greater saphenous vein at lower leg level?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level is S85.30.

Can S85.30 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S85.30 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S85.30 in?

S85.30 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S85.30 valid for 2026?

Yes, S85.30 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
S85.30
Unspecified injury of greater saphenous vein at lower leg level
Non-Billable / Non-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