Other acute osteomyelitis, right femur

AIClinical Context

Clinical Description

This code signifies an acute inflammatory process of the bone and bone marrow, specifically affecting the right femur, that is not caused by a bacterial infection from an external wound or a prosthetic/internal fixation device. It indicates a rapid onset and progression of bone infection in this specific anatomical location.

When to Use

This code is appropriate for documenting cases of acute osteomyelitis of the right femur where the infection source is not explicitly traumatic or related to an implant. Documentation should clearly state "acute osteomyelitis" and specify the "right femur" as the affected site, with no mention of a direct external cause or device involvement.

Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "acute" to differentiate from chronic osteomyelitis (M86.6-).
Verify laterality (right) and anatomical site (femur) are clearly documented.
Distinguish from osteomyelitis due to prosthetic joint (T84.6-, T84.7-) or post-traumatic (M86.17-) causes.

AI-generated reference. Verify against official guidelines.

Code Hierarchy

▲M86.15Other acute osteomyelitis, femur

M86.151(current)

Crosswalks

730.05ApproxICD-9

Same Category

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