Is S08.81 a billable code?
No. S08.81 is a header code that groups 6 more specific codes. Use one of the billable codes listed on this page instead.
ICD-10-CM FY2027 diagnosis code
S08.81: Traumatic amputation of nose
Header code: not billableValid for dates of service October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027
S08.81 groups related diagnoses under traumatic amputation of nose. It cannot be used on a claim by itself. Choose the billable code below that matches the patient's record.
Billable codes under S08.81
- S08.811AComplete traumatic amputation of nose, initial encounter
- S08.811DComplete traumatic amputation of nose, subsequent encounter
- S08.811SComplete traumatic amputation of nose, sequela
- S08.812APartial traumatic amputation of nose, initial encounter
- S08.812DPartial traumatic amputation of nose, subsequent encounter
- S08.812SPartial traumatic amputation of nose, sequela
Other codes in S08.8 Traumatic amputation of other parts of head
S08.81 questions
What does S08.81 mean?
S08.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for Traumatic amputation of nose. It is in chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Code titles come from the official ICD-10-CM files published by the CDC National Center for Health Statistics. Always check payer rules and the clinical record before billing.