M81.6 – Localized osteoporosis [Lequesne]

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of bone density and structure

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M81.6

Code: M81.6 (claims format: M816)
Description: Localized osteoporosis [Lequesne]
Billable: Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
Valid for: Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter: 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
Block: M80-M85 Disorders of bone density and structure
Parent codes: M81

Notes for M81.6

Excludes1 (not coded here):

Sudeck's atrophy (M89.0)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

M81 – Osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

Excludes1 (not coded here):

osteoporosis with current pathological fracture (M80.-)
Sudeck's atrophy (M89.0)

Use additional code:

code to identify:
major osseous defect, if applicable (M89.7-)
personal history of (healed) osteoporosis fracture, if applicable (Z87.310)

Index terms for M81.6

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in M81

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M81.6?

M81.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for localized osteoporosis [Lequesne], in the block M80-M85 (Disorders of bone density and structure).

Is M81.6 a billable code?

Yes. M81.6 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M81.6 belong to?

It belongs to category M81 – Osteoporosis without current pathological fracture.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.