S85.592
Billable

Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left leg

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left leg?

ICD-10-CM S85.592 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left 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 S85.592

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 S85.592 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S85.592 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S85.592 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S85.592 mean?

S85.592 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left 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 S85.592?

The parent code of S85.592 is S85.59 ("Other specified injury of popliteal vein"). S85.592 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S85.592 in?

S85.592 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 S85.592?

Use S85.592 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left 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 popliteal vein, left leg?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left leg is S85.592.

Can S85.592 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S85.592 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S85.592 in?

S85.592 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S85.592 valid for 2026?

Yes, S85.592 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
S85.592
Other specified injury of popliteal vein, left 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