Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, multiple sites

This code signifies bone disorders or structural changes that develop as a consequence of a prior poliomyelitis infection, affecting multiple anatomical locations. It describes a chronic musculoskeletal sequela of polio, rather than an acute infection.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates osteopathic conditions, such as bone deformities, osteoporosis, or other structural bone changes, are directly attributable to a history of poliomyelitis and are present in more than one body region. Supporting documentation should specify the link between the bone pathology and the past polio infection.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly links the osteopathy to a history of poliomyelitis.
• Confirm that multiple sites are affected; if only one site is involved, a more specific code (M89.6x with a fifth character indicating the site) should be used.
• Sequence this code after any acute conditions being treated, as it represents a chronic sequela.