S63.8X1D — Sprain of other part of right wrist and hand, subsequent encounter
Is S63.8X1D billable?
Yes — S63.8X1D is billable for FY2027. S63.8X1D is a valid, billable ICD-10-CM code at the highest level of specificity in its branch. S63.8X1D may be submitted for encounters from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.
S63.8X1D at a glance
| Code | S63.8X1D |
|---|---|
| Description | Sprain of other part of right wrist and hand, subsequent encounter |
| Billable | Yes |
| Code set | ICD-10-CM FY2027 |
| Valid for encounters | October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 |
| 7th character "D" | subsequent encounter |
What does the 7th character "D" mean in S63.8X1D?
In S63.8X1D, the 7th character D means subsequent encounter. The 7th character is required for S63.8X1D to be a valid, complete code.
Same condition, different episode of care — switch the 7th character:
Which MS-DRGs does S63.8X1D group to?
S63.8X1D sits in MDC 23 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.
- 949Aftercare with CC/MCCmedical
- 950Aftercare without CC/MCCmedical
Use additional code — inherited from Chapter 19
Report an additional code alongside S63.8X1D to fully describe the condition. S63.8X1D 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 S63.8X1D, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S63.8X1D and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S60-S69
The conditions below are not part of S63.8X1D, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S63.8X1D and the excluded code may both be reported.
Excludes2 — not included here — inherited from S63
The conditions below are not part of S63.8X1D, but a patient may have both at the same time. When documentation supports it, S63.8X1D 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 S63.8X1D is sequenced first depends on the reason for the encounter.
- any associated open wound
How long has S63.8X1D existed?
S63.8X1D 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.