ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for larynx bite
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Bite (s) (animal) (human) › larynx”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding larynx bite
The ICD-10-CM code for larynx bite is S11.015 (Open bite of larynx). The official index lists 2 more specific codes, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on S11.015.
Within S11.01 (open wound of larynx), S11.015 is specifically for open bite of larynx. Related codes cover laceration without foreign body of larynx (S11.011), laceration with foreign body of larynx (S11.012), puncture wound without foreign body of larynx (S11.013), puncture wound with foreign body of larynx (S11.014) and unspecified open wound of larynx (S11.019).
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 larynx bite codes (official index)
Common questions about larynx bite ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for larynx bite?
- S11.015 — Open bite of larynx (a header code; report a more specific subcode). More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: S10.17, S10.16.
What is the ICD-10 code for superficial nec larynx bite?
- S10.17 — Other superficial bite of throat (header code; choose a more specific subcode).
Is S11.015 billable?
- No. S11.015 is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.