S63.401S — Traumatic rupture of unspecified ligament of left index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, sequela
Is S63.401S billable?
Yes, but S63.401S is an unspecified code. S63.401S is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. However, S63.401S is an unspecified or catch-all code. Payers apply additional scrutiny to unspecified codes and many deny them when the medical record supports a more specific option, so check the documentation before selecting S63.401S — the more specific alternatives are listed below.
More specific alternatives
- S63.410STraumatic rupture of collateral ligament of right index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, sequela
- S63.420STraumatic rupture of palmar ligament of right index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, sequela
- S63.430STraumatic rupture of volar plate of right index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, sequela
- S63.490STraumatic rupture of other ligament of right index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, sequela
S63.401S at a glance
| Code | S63.401S |
|---|---|
| Description | Traumatic rupture of unspecified ligament of left index finger at metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint, sequela |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "S" | sequela |
What does the 7th character "S" mean in S63.401S?
In S63.401S, the 7th character S means sequela. The 7th character is required for S63.401S to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
Which MS-DRGs does S63.401S group to?
S63.401S sits in MDC 08 and helps define the logic of 2 MS-DRGs (version 44, FY2027). Which one a stay actually groups to also depends on procedures and secondary diagnoses.
- 562Fracture, Sprain, Strain and Dislocation Except Femur, Hip, Pelvis and Thigh with MCCmedical
- 563Fracture, Sprain, Strain and Dislocation Except Femur, Hip, Pelvis and Thigh without MCCmedical
How is S63.401S listed in the Alphabetic Index?
The Alphabetic Index lists these routes under S63.40, the nearest indexed parent of S63.401S. Use them to find the family, then select the specific code.
- Rupture, ruptured › traumatic › ligament › finger
- Rupture, ruptured › traumatic › ligament › finger › index
- Rupture, ruptured › traumatic › ligament › finger › little
- Rupture, ruptured › traumatic › ligament › finger › middle
- Rupture, ruptured › traumatic › ligament › finger › ring
Use additional code — inherited from Chapter 19
Report an additional code alongside S63.401S to fully describe the condition. S63.401S is sequenced first.
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from Chapter 19
The conditions below are not part of S63.401S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S63.401S and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S60-S69
The conditions below are not part of S63.401S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S63.401S and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S63
The conditions below are not part of S63.401S, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S63.401S and the excluded code may both be reported.
- strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of wrist and hand (S66.-)
Code also — inherited from S63
Two codes may be needed to describe the condition fully. Whether S63.401S is sequenced first depends on the reason for the encounter.
- any associated open wound
How long has S63.401S existed?
S63.401S has been in ICD-10-CM since at least FY2016, the earliest fiscal year on record here.
Derived from the official order files for FY2016–FY2026. FY2017 and FY2020 publish no order file, so those years are not covered.