T14.9
Non-Billable

Unspecified injury

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Unspecified injury?

ICD-10-CM T14.9 is the diagnosis code for Unspecified injury. This code falls under the section "Injury of unspecified body region" 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 T14.9

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 T14.9 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 2 entries
T14.90Injury, unspecifiedBillableT14.91Suicide attemptBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is T14.9 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, T14.9 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does T14.9 mean?

T14.9 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Unspecified injury". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of T14.9?

The parent code of T14.9 is T14 ("Injury of unspecified body region"). T14.9 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is T14.9 in?

T14.9 is located in Section T14 — "Injury of unspecified body region" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of T14.9?

T14.9 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: T14.90, T14.91.

When should I use T14.9?

Use T14.9 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Unspecified injury" 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?

The ICD-10-CM code for Unspecified injury is T14.9.

Can T14.9 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, T14.9 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is T14.9 in?

T14.9 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is T14.9 valid for 2026?

Yes, T14.9 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousT14.8Other injury of unspecified body regionNext →T14.90Injury, unspecified
Code Details
T14.9
Unspecified injury
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
T14 — Injury of unspecified body region
2026 ICD-10-CM