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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for elbow abrasion

S50.31

Abrasion of elbow

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abrasion › elbow”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding elbow abrasion

The ICD-10-CM code for elbow abrasion is S50.31 (Abrasion of elbow).

Within S50.3 (other superficial injuries of elbow), S50.31 is specifically for abrasion of elbow. Related codes cover Blister (nonthermal) of elbow (S50.32), external constriction of elbow (S50.34), superficial foreign body of elbow (S50.35), insect bite (nonvenomous) of elbow (S50.36) and other superficial bite of elbow (S50.37).

Codes in this range require a 7th character: A for initial encounter, D for subsequent encounter and S for sequela. Use placeholder "X" characters to fill any empty positions before the 7th character.

It has been part of ICD-10-CM since the code set took effect on October 1, 2015 and hasn't changed since.

Common questions about elbow abrasion ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for elbow abrasion?

S50.31 — Abrasion of elbow (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S50.31 billable?

No. S50.31 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.