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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for elbow crush

S57.0

Crushing injury of elbow

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding elbow crush

The ICD-10-CM code for elbow crush is S57.0 (Crushing injury of elbow).

Within S57 (crushing injury of elbow and forearm), S57.0 is specifically for crushing injury of elbow. Related codes cover forearm (S57.8).

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.

Use an additional code(s) for all associated injuries.

Common questions about elbow crush ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for elbow crush?

S57.0 — Crushing injury of elbow (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S57.0 billable?

No. S57.0 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.