ICD-10-CM M86.162: Other acute osteomyelitis, left tibia and fibula

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About ICD-10-CM Code M86.162 (Other acute osteomyelitis)

ICD-10-CM code M86.162 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 M86.162 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about M86.162 - Other acute osteomyelitis, left tibia and fibula. 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 Other acute osteomyelitis related to left tibia and fibula.