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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for scalp blister

S00.02

Blister (nonthermal) of scalp

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding scalp blister

The ICD-10-CM code for scalp blister is S00.02 (Blister (nonthermal) of scalp).

Within S00.0 (superficial injury of scalp), S00.02 is specifically for Blister (nonthermal) of scalp. Related codes cover unspecified superficial injury of scalp (S00.00), abrasion of scalp (S00.01), contusion of scalp (S00.03), external constriction of part of scalp (S00.04), superficial foreign body of scalp (S00.05), insect bite (nonvenomous) of scalp (S00.06) and other superficial bite of scalp (S00.07).

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 scalp blister ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for scalp blister?

S00.02 — Blister (nonthermal) of scalp (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S00.02 billable?

No. S00.02 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.