ICD-10-CM S89.139: Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified tibia

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About ICD-10-CM Code S89.139 (Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified tibia)

ICD-10-CM code S89.139 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 S89.139 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about S89.139 - Salter-Harris Type III physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified 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 unspecified tibia.