Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage ICD-10-CM Codes

Explore ICD-10 codes for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage, including types, symptoms, treatments, loss of consciousness, and billing guidance.

By Wynona Jugueta on Aug 8, 2025.

Fact Checked by Ericka Pingol.

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What are Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage ICD-10-CM Codes?

Traumatic intracranial hemorrhage is a critical form of brain injury caused by external trauma to the head. Accurate coding is crucial for accurate diagnosis, effective treatment planning, and efficient medical billing. The ICD-10-CM codes used for traumatic hemorrhage reflect details such as loss of consciousness, laterality (left or right cerebrum), and the initial encounter status.

Below is an overview of commonly used traumatic intracranial hemorrhage ICD-10 codes:

S06.360 – Traumatic hemorrhage of cerebrum, unspecified, without loss of consciousness,
S06.363 – Focal traumatic brain injury
S06.359 - Traumatic hemorrhage of left cerebrum with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration
S06.35X – Traumatic hemorrhage of the left cerebrum
S06.340 – Traumatic hemorrhage of the right cerebrum without loss of consciousness
S06.349 – Traumatic hemorrhage of the right cerebrum with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration

These codes must be paired with appropriate external cause codes (e.g., fall, motor vehicle accident) and modifiers indicating initial encounter, subsequent encounter, or sequela.

Which Traumatic Intracranial Hemorrhage ICD-10-CM Codes are billable?

All of the above traumatic intracranial hemorrhage ICD-10 codes are billable.

Clinical information

Traumatic intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) occurs when a sudden external force, such as a fall, accident, or blunt trauma, causes bleeding within the skull. The bleeding may affect critical areas such as the brain stem, carotid siphon, or orbital roof, disrupting the brain’s circulatory system.

Symptoms of traumatic ICH can vary significantly based on the location and severity of the bleed. Some individuals may experience symptoms with or without loss of consciousness. Others may present with seizures, memory impairment, behavioural changes, headache, nausea, balance disturbances, or regain consciousness after a period of confusion.

Diagnosis typically involves imaging studies such as a CT scan or MRI, which are used to detect intracranial injuries. These modalities help visualise issues such as focal cerebral oedema, hematomas, or shifts in brain structure.

Treatment for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage ranges from close observation in less severe cases to intensive care unit (ICU) monitoring. Pharmacologic interventions may include medications to reduce cerebral swelling or prevent seizures. In more severe cases, surgical procedures may be necessary to evacuate blood, relieve pressure, or repair damaged vessels.

Synonyms include

Traumatic cerebral hemorrhage
Traumatic intracerebral hematoma
Intracranial hemorrhage due to injury
Traumatic hemorrhage of the cerebrum
Traumatic cerebral bleeding

Commonly asked questions

Use a traumatic intracranial hemorrhage ICD-10 code when a patient presents with brain bleeding due to external trauma, such as a fall, motor vehicle accident, or blunt force injury. Accurate code selection depends on the hemorrhage type, location (e.g., left or right cerebrum), and whether loss of consciousness occurred.

Common treatments include observation, pain management, and medications to reduce brain swelling, control seizures, or support neurological function. Severe cases may require surgical interventions like craniotomy to remove hematomas or relieve intracranial pressure.

A diagnosis code for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage indicates bleeding within the brain caused by physical trauma. It provides details about the injury’s severity, location, loss of consciousness, and encounter type, helping guide treatment and billing.

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