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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for ileum laceration

S36.438

Laceration of other part of small intestine

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding ileum laceration

The ICD-10-CM code for ileum laceration is S36.438 (Laceration of other part of small intestine).

Within S36.43, choose S36.438 (other part of small intestine) only when documentation doesn't support a more specific option: duodenum (S36.430) and unspecified part of small intestine (S36.439).

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 ileum laceration ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for ileum laceration?

S36.438 — Laceration of other part of small intestine (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S36.438 billable?

No. S36.438 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.