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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for forearm abrasion

S50.81

Abrasion of forearm

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding forearm abrasion

The ICD-10-CM code for forearm abrasion is S50.81 (Abrasion of forearm).

Within S50.8 (other superficial injuries of forearm), S50.81 is specifically for abrasion of forearm. Related codes cover Blister (nonthermal) of forearm (S50.82), external constriction of forearm (S50.84), superficial foreign body of forearm (S50.85), insect bite (nonvenomous) of forearm (S50.86) and other superficial bite of forearm (S50.87).

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.

More specific forearm abrasion codes (official index)

  • elbow only

Common questions about forearm abrasion ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for forearm abrasion?

S50.81 — Abrasion of forearm (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S50.81 billable?

No. S50.81 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.