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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis

ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis

M87.0
M87.1

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for avascular necrosis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Osteonecrosis
Aseptic Necrosis
Ischemic Bone Necrosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis

Use ICD-10 code M87.0 for idiopathic aseptic necrosis of bone, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of bone

Non-Billable
M87.0
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Confirmed AVN without trauma or drug etiology.

Applicable To

  • • Idiopathic osteonecrosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies idiopathic nature to avoid incorrect coding.

Osteonecrosis due to drugs

Non-Billable
M87.1
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Documented steroid or alcohol use
  • • Imaging correlation with drug use

Applicable To

  • • Drug-induced osteonecrosis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure drug use is clearly linked to AVN in documentation.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.52

Long-term (current) use of corticosteroids

Use when AVN is drug-induced by corticosteroids.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for avascular necrosis?

The ICD-10 code for avascular necrosis depends on the etiology: M87.0 for idiopathic cases, M87.1 for drug-induced, and M87.2 for post-traumatic.

How is avascular necrosis documented?

Document avascular necrosis by specifying the etiology, laterality, and stage, supported by imaging findings such as MRI.

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