S79.0
Non-billablePhyseal fracture of upper end of femur
S79.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for Physeal fracture of upper end of femur. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as S79.00 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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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code S79.0?
- S79.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Physeal fracture of upper end of femur". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is S79.0 a billable code?
- No — S79.0 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as S79.00) for billing.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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