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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis of the Right Hip

ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis of the Right Hip

M87.051

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

Also Known as:
Osteonecrosis of the Right Hip
AVN of the Right Hip
Ischemic Necrosis of the Right Hip
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis of the Right Hip

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Avascular Necrosis of the Right Hip

Use ICD-10 code M87.051 for idiopathic aseptic necrosis of right femur, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of right femur

Billable Code
M87.051
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • MRI confirmation of AVN without trauma or drug history.
documentation:
  • • Documentation must specify 'idiopathic' and 'right femoral head'.

Applicable To

  • • Idiopathic avascular necrosis of right femoral head

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies idiopathic nature and laterality.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

M16.11

Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

Use if osteoarthritis is documented as secondary to AVN.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for avascular necrosis of the right hip?

The ICD-10 code for idiopathic avascular necrosis of the right hip is M87.051.

How is avascular necrosis of the right hip documented?

Document AVN of the right hip by specifying etiology, laterality, and imaging confirmation, such as 'Idiopathic AVN right femoral head, Stage III, confirmed by MRI.'

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