S81.042
⚠ Non-billable
Puncture wound with foreign body, left knee
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes
Code
S81.042
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 S81.042?
ICD-10-CM code S81.042 represents Puncture wound with foreign body, left knee. 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 S81.042 billable?
No. S81.042 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is S81.042 in?
S81.042 belongs to the Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes chapter (S00–T88) of ICD-10-CM.
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