ICD-10-CM S79.09: Other physeal fracture of upper end of femur

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About ICD-10-CM Code S79.09 (Other physeal fracture of upper end of femur)

ICD-10-CM code S79.09 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 S79.09 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S79.09 - Other physeal fracture of upper end of femur. 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 physeal fracture of upper end of femur.