ICD-10 Code M81.0: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system
ICD-10 code M81.0 identifies age-related osteoporosis without a current pathological fracture.
Coding guidance
Used for postmenopausal and senile osteoporosis when no current pathological fracture is present.
Osteoporosis with a current pathological fracture is coded to M80.- instead.
A personal history of healed osteoporotic fracture is coded additionally with Z87.310.
Documentation and specificity notes
- Use M80.- when a current pathological fracture is present.
- Document DXA results supporting the diagnosis.
- Supports medical necessity for osteoporosis pharmacotherapy and monitoring.
This page provides a general summary for educational purposes and is not a substitute for the official ICD-10-CM code set, the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, or payer policy. Code sets are updated annually, verify against the current official release before billing.
FAQ
ICD-10 M81.0, frequently asked questions questions
- What is ICD-10 code M81.0?
- ICD-10 code M81.0 identifies age-related osteoporosis without a current pathological fracture.
- Is M81.0 a billable ICD-10 code?
- Yes. M81.0 is a billable and specific ICD-10-CM code that may be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes, provided documentation supports it.
- What documentation supports M81.0?
- Use M80.- when a current pathological fracture is present. Document DXA results supporting the diagnosis. Supports medical necessity for osteoporosis pharmacotherapy and monitoring.
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