Head Laceration ICD-10-CM Codes

Head Laceration ICD-10-CM Codes

Explore the commonly used ICD-10 codes for head lacerations, understand their clinical implications, and learn about the accurate medical billing process.

By Joshua Napilay on Jul 16, 2025.

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What ICD-10 codes are used for head laceration?

Head lacerations are common injuries requiring precise coding for accurate medical billing and efficient treatment. Here is a comprehensive list of commonly used ICD-10 codes for head lacerations:

S01.01: Laceration without foreign body of scalp

  • S01.01XA: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
  • S01.01XD: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, subsequent encounter
  • S01.01XS: Laceration without foreign body of scalp, sequela

S01.02: Laceration with foreign body of scalp

  • S01.02XA: Laceration with foreign body of scalp, initial encounter
  • S01.02XD: Laceration with foreign body of scalp, subsequent encounter
  • S01.02XAS: Laceration with foreign body of scalp, sequela

S01.81: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head

  • S01.81XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
  • S01.81XD: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, subsequent encounter
  • S01.81XS: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, sequela

S01.82: Laceration with foreign body of other part of head

  • S01.82XA: Laceration with foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
  • S01.82XD: Laceration with foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
  • S01.82XS: Laceration with foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

S01.91: Laceration without foreign body of unspecified part of head

  • S01.91XA: Laceration without foreign body of unspecified part of head, initial encounter
  • S01.91XD: Laceration without foreign body of unspecified part of head, subsequent encounter
  • S01.91XS: Laceration without foreign body of unspecified part of head, sequela

S01.92: Laceration with foreign body of unspecified part of head

  • S01.92XA: Laceration with foreign body of unspecified part of head, initial encounter
  • S01.92XD: Laceration with foreign body of unspecified part of head, subsequent encounter
  • S01.92XS: Laceration with foreign body of unspecified part of head, isequela

These codes provide a detailed depiction of the injury's nature, aiding in effective treatment planning and accurate medical billing. These codes are integral for healthcare providers to document patient encounters accurately, ensuring that medical billing aligns with the care provided.

For a visual explanation, refer to the following explainer video.

Which head laceration ICD codes are billable?

All the aforementioned, specific ICD-10 codes for head lacerations are billable.

Clinical information

Understanding the clinical aspects is essential for healthcare providers and patients. Here are some crucial insights:

  • Nature of lacerations: A laceration is more than a mere cut; it's a wound that penetrates through the skin and extends into the underlying tissues, potentially affecting muscles, tendons, or even bones.
  • Common causes: Head lacerations often result from various incidents such as falls, accidents, or trauma like an intracranial injury. They can occur in numerous settings, from homes to workplaces and even outdoors.
  • Severity spectrum: The severity of head lacerations varies dramatically. They can be minor cuts that heal with basic first aid or deep, serious wounds that penetrate the skull or brain, necessitating immediate medical intervention.
  • Scalp lacerations: Lacerations on the scalp require special attention as they can bleed profusely. The scalp has an extensive network of blood vessels, causing even minor wounds to bleed heavily.
  • Treatment ptions: Management and treatment of head lacerations depend on their severity. Mild lacerations might only require cleaning and dressing. More significant wounds may need stitches to close the wound and promote healing. Surgical intervention may be necessary in severe deep tissue or brain injury cases.

Remember, each patient's situation is unique, and treatment plans should be individualized based on the laceration's specific characteristics and the patient's overall health.

Synonyms include

  • Cut on the head
  • Scalp laceration
  • Head wound
  • Head injury
  • Traumatic head laceration
  • Forehead laceration

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