ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for S99.1
Physeal fracture of metatarsal
Coding Notes & Guidelines for S99.1
7th Character Guidance
The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from subcategories S99.1
7th Character Definitions
- A: initial encounter for closed fracture
- B: initial encounter for open fracture
- D: subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
- G: subsequent encounter for fracture with delayed healing
- K: subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
- P: subsequent encounter for fracture with malunion
- S: sequela
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code S99.1 (Physeal fracture of metatarsal)
ICD-10-CM code S99.1 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 S99.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about S99.1 - Physeal fracture of metatarsal. 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 Physeal fracture of metatarsal.