T84.21

Non-billable

Breakdown (mechanical) of internal fixation device of other bones

T84.21 is the ICD-10-CM code for Breakdown (mechanical) of internal fixation device of other bones. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as T84.210 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
S00-T88
Parent
T84.2
Subcodes
4
Edition
FY2026

S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What 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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Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code T84.21?
T84.21 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Breakdown (mechanical) of internal fixation device of other bones". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
Is T84.21 a billable code?
No — T84.21 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as T84.210) for billing.
What are the subcodes of T84.21?
T84.21 has 4 more specific child codes, including T84.210, T84.213, T84.216.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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