ICD-10-CM S59.149: Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of upper end of radius, unspecified arm

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About ICD-10-CM Code S59.149 (Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of upper end of radius)

ICD-10-CM code S59.149 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 S59.149 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S59.149 - Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of upper end of radius, unspecified arm. 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 Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of upper end of radius related to unspecified arm.