S10.17
BillableOther superficial bite of throat
S10.17 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other superficial bite of throat. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •open bite of throat (S11.85)
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code S10.17?
- S10.17 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other superficial bite of throat". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is S10.17 a billable code?
- Yes — S10.17 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from S10.17?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): open bite of throat (S11.85).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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