S63.697A
✓ BillableOther sprain of left little finger, initial encounter
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • traumatic rupture of ligament of finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint(s) (S63.4-)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of wrist and hand (S66.-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code S63.697A represents other sprain of left little finger, initial 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. Coders should note that S63.697A has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S63.697A?
ICD-10-CM code S63.697A is "Other sprain of left little finger, initial encounter". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S63.697A a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S63.697A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with S63.697A?
S63.697A has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can S63.697A be coded with other codes?
S63.697A has 1 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in S63.697
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)