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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for elbow blister

S50.32

Blister (nonthermal) of elbow

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding elbow blister

The ICD-10-CM code for elbow blister is S50.32 (Blister (nonthermal) of elbow).

Within S50.3 (other superficial injuries of elbow), S50.32 is specifically for Blister (nonthermal) of elbow. Related codes cover abrasion of elbow (S50.31), 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 blister ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for elbow blister?

S50.32 — Blister (nonthermal) of elbow (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S50.32 billable?

No. S50.32 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.