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ICD-10/S70.21

S70.21 ICD-10-CM Code: Abrasion of hip

S70.21 is the authoritative medical code for Abrasion of hip. This classification is used in medical billing and clinical recording to specify the clinical criteria for abrasion of hip (ICD-10-CM S70.21), ensuring healthcare documentation aligns with current federal coding standards.

Billing Status: NO. This is a clinician non-billable / parent hierarchy grouping in the ICD-10-CM system.

Code Set: Valid FY2026 and FY2027. FY2026 took effect October 1, 2025.

Official Registry Overview & Definition

Abrasion of hip is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code (S70.21). A more specific billable subcode must be selected for claims submission. Excludes2 (not included here): burns and corrosions (T20-T32); frostbite (T33-T34); snake bite (T63.0-); venomous insect bite or sting (T63.4-). 7th character: The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category S70.

Official Tabular Instructional Notes

Sequencing, inclusion, and exclusion notes published for S70.21 in the official ICD-10-CM tabular list.

Excludes2 — Not Included Here

Conditions not covered by this code, but which may be reported alongside it when both are present.

  • burns and corrosions (T20-T32)
  • frostbite (T33-T34)
  • snake bite (T63.0-)
  • venomous insect bite or sting (T63.4-)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Clinical Guidance

Can S70.21 be billed directly?

No. S70.21 (Abrasion of hip) is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code. A more specific billable subcode must be selected based on clinical documentation.

Does S70.21 require a 7th character?

Yes. The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category S70.

Can S70.21 be reported alongside related conditions?

Per official ICD-10-CM Excludes2 instructions, S70.21 and the following are not considered part of each other and may both be reported when both conditions are present: burns and corrosions (T20-T32); frostbite (T33-T34); snake bite (T63.0-); venomous insect bite or sting (T63.4-).

Nearest Codes in This Family

Official ICD-10-CM classifications closest to S70.21 in its code family, with their registry titles.

  • S70.12 — Contusion of left thigh
  • S70.12XA — Contusion of left thigh, initial encounter
  • S70.12XD — Contusion of left thigh, subsequent encounter
  • S70.12XS — Contusion of left thigh, sequela
  • S70.2 — Other superficial injuries of hip
  • S70.211 — Abrasion, right hip
  • S70.211A — Abrasion, right hip, initial encounter
  • S70.211D — Abrasion, right hip, subsequent encounter
  • S70.211S — Abrasion, right hip, sequela
  • S70.212 — Abrasion, left hip

View all codes in the S70 family