ICD-10-CM S89.13: Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of tibia

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for S89.13

Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of tibia

Coding Notes & Guidelines for S89.13

Excludes1: Not Coded Here

fracture of medial malleolus (adult) (S82.5-)

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code S89.13 (Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of tibia)

ICD-10-CM code S89.13 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 S89.13 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S89.13 - Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of tibia. 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 tibia.