2025 ICD-10-CM code S60
Superficial injury of the wrist, hand, and fingers.
Medical necessity depends on the severity and complications of the injury. Simple cleaning and dressing may be sufficient for minor injuries, while more extensive injuries may require further intervention.
Diagnosis is based on patient history and physical examination. Treatment includes pain relief, antibiotics if needed, cleaning and dressing the wound, and surgical repair in some cases.
- Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
- Injuries to the wrist, hand and fingers (S60-S69)
In simple words: A minor cut or scrape on your wrist, hand, or fingers, with little to no bleeding or swelling.
This code encompasses minor scrapes and wounds on the wrist, hand, and fingers, typically with minimal bleeding or swelling. These injuries might occur due to falls, accidents, or even as a result of surgical procedures.
Example 1: A patient presents with a small scrape on their hand after falling on the pavement., A patient experiences a minor cut on their finger while preparing food., A post-surgical patient develops a small superficial wound at the incision site on their wrist.
Documentation should include the cause, location, and severity of the injury, as well as any treatment provided.
** Excludes1: birth trauma (P10-P15), obstetric trauma (O70-O71)Excludes2: burns and corrosions (T20-T32), frostbite (T33-T34), insect bite or sting, venomous (T63.4)Use additional code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
- Specialties:Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery
- Place of Service:Office, Home, Emergency Room - Hospital, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital, Ambulatory Surgical Center