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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for diaphragm laceration

S27.803

Laceration of diaphragm

Header — needs a more specific code

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

About coding diaphragm laceration

The ICD-10-CM code for diaphragm laceration is S27.803 (Laceration of diaphragm).

Within S27.80 (injury of diaphragm), S27.803 is specifically for laceration of diaphragm. Related codes cover contusion of diaphragm (S27.802), other injury of diaphragm (S27.808) and unspecified injury of diaphragm (S27.809).

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 diaphragm laceration ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for diaphragm laceration?

S27.803 — Laceration of diaphragm (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is S27.803 billable?

No. S27.803 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.