S08.0XXABillable
Avulsion of scalp, initial encounter
- Chapter
- 19. Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
- Category
- S08
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category S08
S08Avulsion and traumatic amputation of part of headS08.0Avulsion of scalpS08.0XXDAvulsion of scalp, subsequent encounterYesS08.0XXSAvulsion of scalp, sequelaYesS08.1Traumatic amputation of earS08.11Complete traumatic amputation of earS08.111Complete traumatic amputation of right earS08.111AComplete traumatic amputation of right ear, init encntrYesS08.111DComplete traumatic amputation of right ear, subs encntrYesS08.111SComplete traumatic amputation of right ear, sequelaYesS08.112Complete traumatic amputation of left earS08.112AComplete traumatic amputation of left ear, initial encounterYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code S08.0XXA?
S08.0XXA is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Avulsion of scalp, initial encounter.
Is S08.0XXA a billable code?
Yes. S08.0XXA is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is S08.0XXA in?
S08.0XXA falls under Chapter 19: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
When did S08.0XXA become effective?
S08.0XXA has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to S08.0XXA?
S08.0XXA belongs to category S08, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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