S72.44
Non-billableFracture of lower epiphysis (separation) of femur
S72.44 is the ICD-10-CM code for Fracture of lower epiphysis (separation) of femur. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as S72.441 for billing.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat is a fracture? A fracture is a break in a bone. Fractures are usually caused by injuries. Since they can sometimes be serious, it's important to get medical care right away if you think you have a fracture. What are the different types of fractures? There are different ways to describe fractures. For example, there are different types of fractures based on: Whether the bone is partially or completely broken.…
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Excludes1 — not coded here
- •Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of femur (S79.11-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code S72.44?
- S72.44 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Fracture of lower epiphysis (separation) of femur". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is S72.44 a billable code?
- No — S72.44 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as S72.441) for billing.
- What are the subcodes of S72.44?
- S72.44 has 6 more specific child codes, including S72.441, S72.442, S72.443.
- What is excluded from S72.44?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): Salter-Harris Type I physeal fracture of lower end of femur (S79.11-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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