S45.81
⚠ Non-billable
Laceration of other specified blood vessels at shoulder and upper arm level
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes
Code
S45.81
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code S45.81?
ICD-10-CM code S45.81 represents Laceration of other specified blood vessels at shoulder and upper arm level. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is S45.81 billable?
No. S45.81 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is S45.81 in?
S45.81 belongs to the Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes chapter (S00–T88) of ICD-10-CM.
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