S51.822S ICD-10-CM Code: Laceration with foreign body of left forearm, sequela
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
S51.822SLaceration with foreign body of left forearm, sequela
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where S51.822S sits
- 1
Chapter 19
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- 2
Section
Injuries to the elbow and forearm (S50-S59)
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Category S51
Open wound of elbow and forearm
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Subcategory S51.822
Laceration with foreign body of left forearm
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Code S51.822S
Laceration with foreign body of left forearm, sequela
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for S51.822S.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for S51.822S.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for S51.822S.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for S51.822S.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for S51.822S.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code S51.822S mean?
S51.822S is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Laceration with foreign body of left forearm, sequela.”
Is S51.822S a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, S51.822S has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is S51.822S located in ICD-10-CM?
S51.822S is listed in Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88), within Injuries to the elbow and forearm (S50-S59) (S50–S59), under category S51, Open wound of elbow and forearm and subcategory S51.822, Laceration with foreign body of left forearm.
What coding notes are listed for S51.822S?
No inclusion terms are listed for S51.822S in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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