M87.872
✓ BillableOther osteonecrosis, left ankle
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • juvenile osteonecrosis (M91-M92)
- • osteochondropathies (M90-M93)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • code to identify major osseous defect, if applicable (M89.7-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code M87.872 represents other osteonecrosis, left ankle. This code falls under the Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 7-character code at the 6th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that M87.872 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code M87.872?
ICD-10-CM code M87.872 is "Other osteonecrosis, left ankle". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99).
Is M87.872 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, M87.872 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with M87.872?
M87.872 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in M87.87
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)