Question

A patient is admitted for observation for a head injury. The patient was struck while playing football. The patient also suffered a minor laceration to the forehead. Head injury was ruled out.

a) S06.0X0D
b) S01.10XA
c) S06.9X9A
d) S01.80XA

Answer 1

The correct ICD-10 code for a minor laceration to the forehead with no head injury is S01.10XA.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is b) S01.10XA. The ICD-10 code S01.10XA represents a superficial injury of the forehead with no damage to the underlying skull or brain. In this case, the patient's minor laceration to the forehead would fall under this code as it does not involve any head injury. It is important to accurately code injuries to ensure proper documentation and reimbursement.