S93.6
Non-Billable

Sprain of foot

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Sprain of foot?

ICD-10-CM S93.6 is the diagnosis code for Sprain of foot. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the ankle and foot" 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.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S93.6

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S93.6. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • sprain of metatarsophalangeal joint of toe (S93.52-)
  • sprain of toe (S93.5-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S93.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 4 entries
S93.60Unspecified sprain of footNon-BillableS93.601Unspecified sprain of right footBillableS93.602Unspecified sprain of left footBillableS93.609Unspecified sprain of unspecified footBillableS93.61Sprain of tarsal ligament of footNon-BillableS93.611Sprain of tarsal ligament of right footBillableS93.612Sprain of tarsal ligament of left footBillableS93.619Sprain of tarsal ligament of unspecified footBillableS93.62Sprain of tarsometatarsal ligament of footNon-BillableS93.621Sprain of tarsometatarsal ligament of right footBillableS93.622Sprain of tarsometatarsal ligament of left footBillableS93.629Sprain of tarsometatarsal ligament of unspecified footBillableS93.69Other sprain of footNon-BillableS93.691Other sprain of right footBillableS93.692Other sprain of left footBillableS93.699Other sprain of unspecified footBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is S93.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S93.6 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S93.6 mean?

S93.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Sprain of foot". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S93.6?

The parent code of S93.6 is S93 ("Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments at ankle, foot and toe level"). S93.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S93.6 in?

S93.6 is located in Section S90-S99 — "Injuries to the ankle and foot" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S93.6?

S93.6 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S93.60, S93.61, S93.62, S93.69.

When should I use S93.6?

Use S93.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Sprain of foot" 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 Sprain of foot?

The ICD-10-CM code for Sprain of foot is S93.6.

Can S93.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S93.6 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S93.6 in?

S93.6 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S93.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, S93.6 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousS93.529Sprain of metatarsophalangeal joint of unspecified toe(s)Next →S93.60Unspecified sprain of foot
Code Details
S93.6
Sprain of foot
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S90-S99 — Injuries to the ankle and foot
2026 ICD-10-CM