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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Osteopenia, Unspecified

ICD-10 Coding for Osteopenia, Unspecified

M85.9

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

Also Known as:
Low Bone Density
Bone Loss
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Osteopenia, Unspecified

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Osteopenia, Unspecified

Use ICD-10 code M85.9 for unspecified disorder of bone density and structure, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified disorder of bone density and structure

Billable Code
M85.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • DXA scan confirms T-score between -1.0 and -2.5
documentation:
  • • No specific site or cause documented

Applicable To

  • • Generalized osteopenia

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes DXA results and exclusion of secondary causes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.52

Long-term (current) use of systemic steroids

Use when osteopenia is associated with long-term steroid use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for osteopenia unspecified?

The ICD-10 code for osteopenia unspecified is M85.9, used when the site or cause of osteopenia is not specified.

How is osteopenia unspecified documented?

Osteopenia unspecified should be documented with DXA scan results, T-scores, and exclusion of secondary causes.

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