S79.141A
✓ BillableSalter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of lower end of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code S79.141A represents salter-harris type iv physeal fracture of lower end of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture. This code falls under the Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88) 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 8-character code at the 7th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S79.141A?
ICD-10-CM code S79.141A is "Salter-Harris Type IV physeal fracture of lower end of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S79.141A a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S79.141A is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)