ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M72.6
Necrotizing fasciitis
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M72.6
Use Additional Code
code (B95.-, B96.-) to identify causative organism
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code M72.6 (Necrotizing fasciitis)
ICD-10-CM code M72.6 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM M72.6 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M72.6 - Necrotizing fasciitis. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Necrotizing fasciitis.