S79.199K
✓ BillableOther physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion
Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code S79.199K represents other physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion. 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 S79.199K?
ICD-10-CM code S79.199K is "Other physeal fracture of lower end of unspecified femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with nonunion". It belongs to the category: Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88).
Is S79.199K a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, S79.199K is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
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CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)