ICD-10-CM M86.042: Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, left hand

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About ICD-10-CM Code M86.042 (Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis)

ICD-10-CM code M86.042 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 M86.042 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about M86.042 - Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, left hand. 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 Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis related to left hand.