ICD-10-CM S79.121: Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of right femur

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About ICD-10-CM Code S79.121 (Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of right femur)

ICD-10-CM code S79.121 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 S79.121 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S79.121 - Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of right 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 Salter-Harris Type II physeal fracture of lower end of right femur.