S03.8XXS – Sprain of joints and ligaments of other parts of head, sequela

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Injuries to the head

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code S03.8XXS

Code: S03.8XXS (claims format: S038XXS)
Description: Sprain of joints and ligaments of other parts of head, sequela
Short description: Sprain of joints and ligaments of oth parts of head, sequela
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 19. Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
Block: S00-S09 Injuries to the head
Parent codes: S03 › S03.8

7th character values

Codes in this category need a 7th character to describe the encounter or episode of care.

Character	Meaning
`A`	initial encounter
`D`	subsequent encounter
`S`	sequela

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

S03 – Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of head

Includes:

avulsion of joint (capsule) or ligament of head
laceration of cartilage, joint (capsule) or ligament of head
sprain of cartilage, joint (capsule) or ligament of head
traumatic hemarthrosis of joint or ligament of head
traumatic rupture of joint or ligament of head
traumatic subluxation of joint or ligament of head
traumatic tear of joint or ligament of head

Excludes2 (not included here):

Strain of muscle or tendon of head (S09.1)

Code also:

any associated open wound

7th character note:

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from category S03

Block S00-S09

Includes:

injuries of ear
injuries of eye
injuries of face [any part]
injuries of gum
injuries of jaw
injuries of oral cavity
injuries of palate
injuries of periocular area
injuries of scalp
injuries of temporomandibular joint area
injuries of tongue
injuries of tooth

Excludes2 (not included here):

burns and corrosions (T20-T32)
effects of foreign body in ear (T16)
effects of foreign body in larynx (T17.3)
effects of foreign body in mouth NOS (T18.0)
effects of foreign body in nose (T17.0-T17.1)
effects of foreign body in pharynx (T17.2)
effects of foreign body on external eye (T15.-)
frostbite (T33-T34)
insect bite or sting, venomous (T63.4)

Code also:

for any associated infection

Related codes in S03.8

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code S03.8XXS?

S03.8XXS is the ICD-10-CM code for sprain of joints and ligaments of other parts of head, sequela, in the block S00-S09 (Injuries to the head).

Is S03.8XXS a billable code?

Yes. S03.8XXS is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does S03.8XXS belong to?

It belongs to category S03 – Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of head.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.