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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for thumb abrasion

S60.31

Abrasion of thumb

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding thumb abrasion

The ICD-10-CM code for thumb abrasion is S60.31 (Abrasion of thumb).

Within S60.3 (other superficial injuries of thumb), S60.31 is specifically for abrasion of thumb. Related codes cover Blister (nonthermal) of thumb (S60.32), external constriction of thumb (S60.34), superficial foreign body of thumb (S60.35), insect bite (nonvenomous) of thumb (S60.36), other superficial bite of thumb (S60.37) and other superficial injuries of thumb (S60.39).

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 thumb abrasion ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for thumb abrasion?

S60.31 — Abrasion of thumb (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S60.31 billable?

No. S60.31 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.