M86.35
Non-billableChronic multifocal osteomyelitis, femur
M86.35 is the ICD-10-CM code for Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, femur. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M86.351 for billing.
M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHLike other parts of the body, bones can get infected. The infections are usually bacterial, but can also be fungal. They may spread to the bone from nearby skin or muscles, or from another part of the body through the bloodstream. People who are at risk for bone infections include those with diabetes , poor circulation, or recent injury to the bone. You may also be at risk if you are having hemodialysis . Symptoms…
Read more about Bone Infections at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- Clindamycin›
- VancomycinGlycopeptide Antibacterial [EPC]›
- TobramycinAminoglycoside Antibacterial [EPC]›
- Gentamicin›
- Ceftriaxone›
- Cefazolin›
- Cephalexin›
- AmikacinAminoglycoside Antibacterial [EPC]›
- Cefoxitin›
- Ceftazidime›
- CefotetanCephalosporin Antibacterial [EPC]›
- Cefuroxime and Dextrose›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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