S86.092
Billable

Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon

Billable / Specific Code

What is Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon?

ICD-10-CM S86.092 is the diagnosis code for Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon. 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 S86.092

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 S86.092 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S86.092 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, S86.092 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does S86.092 mean?

S86.092 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S86.092?

The parent code of S86.092 is S86.09 ("Other specified injury of Achilles tendon"). S86.092 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S86.092 in?

S86.092 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 S86.092?

Use S86.092 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon" 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 left Achilles tendon?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon is S86.092.

Can S86.092 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, S86.092 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is S86.092 in?

S86.092 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S86.092 valid for 2026?

Yes, S86.092 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
S86.092
Other specified injury of left Achilles tendon
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