ICD-10 Code G89.11 – Acute Pain Due to Trauma (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G89.11 – Acute pain due to trauma
What it is
G89.11 identifies acute pain caused by a traumatic event. Use it when the record clearly links the pain to injury and documents it as a diagnosis.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical notes describe new pain after an injury, with localized tenderness, guarding, or pain with movement.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents acute pain resulting from trauma, such as a fall, blow, or other injury. It is appropriate when pain is the focus of care or is separately documented as a condition. Check the chart for the injury source and any associated injury codes.
Do not use for
Do not use it for chronic pain, pain unrelated to trauma, or pain that is not documented as acute. If the record does not clearly connect the pain to an injury, check documentation.
Coding tip
Pair G89.11 with the injury code when the trauma is documented and the pain is separately reported.