ICD-10-CM · Category
S56.321 — Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lv
Laceration of extensor or abductor muscles, fascia and tendons of right thumb at forearm level
Chapter S00-T88: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
Need plain-language info on this diagnosis?
Ask GoDavaii AI about Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lvSub-codes under S56.321
Related diagnoses
Common questions about S56.321 (Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lv)
What does ICD-10 code S56.321 mean?
S56.321 is the ICD-10-CM 2025 code for Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lv. Laceration of extensor or abductor muscles, fascia and tendons of right thumb at forearm level. ICD-10-CM is the medical coding system used by clinicians, hospitals and insurers worldwide to classify diseases and conditions in a standard way.
Is S56.321 a billable diagnosis code?
S56.321 is a category-level (umbrella) code rather than a billable specific code. For billing purposes, clinicians typically use a more specific sub-code under S56.321. Browse the sub-codes listed on this page.
Which ICD-10 chapter does S56.321 belong to?
S56.321 belongs to the chapter "Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes" (codes S00-T88). ICD-10-CM organises codes into 22 chapters by body system or condition type, which helps clinicians navigate related diagnoses.
Where can I get plain-language information about Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lv?
For a plain-language explanation of Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lv, ask GoDavaii's Health AI - it explains medical conditions in 22+ Indian languages, free, with no signup. Tap "Ask GoDavaii AI about Lacerat extn/abdr musc/fasc/tend of right thumb at forarm lv" above to get a personalised answer.
Source: ICD-10-CM 2025 (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, public domain). Codes valid from October 1, 2024. CMS source ↗