S40.859D
✓ BillableSuperficial foreign body of unspecified upper arm, subsequent encounter
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code S40.859D represents superficial foreign body of unspecified upper arm, subsequent encounter. This code falls under the Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 8-character code at the 7th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S40.859D?
ICD-10-CM code S40.859D is "Superficial foreign body of unspecified upper arm, subsequent encounter". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S40.859D a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S40.859D is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)