ICD-10-CM S79.132: Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of left femur

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About ICD-10-CM Code S79.132 (Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of left femur)

ICD-10-CM code S79.132 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 S79.132 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S79.132 - Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of left 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 III physeal fracture of lower end of left femur.