ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for T85.612
Breakdown (mechanical) of permanent sutures
Coding Notes & Guidelines for T85.612
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
mechanical complication of permanent (wire) suture used in bone repair (T84.1-T84.2)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code T85.612 (Breakdown)
ICD-10-CM code T85.612 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 T85.612 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about T85.612 - Breakdown (mechanical) of permanent sutures. 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 Breakdown.