M96.0 – Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified (M96)
- Code
M96.0(claims format:M960)- Description
- Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis
- 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
- M96 Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified (M96)
- Parent codes
- M96
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
M96 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified
Index terms for M96.0
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in M96
- M96.1 – Postlaminectomy syndrome, not elsewhere classifiedBillable
- M96.2 – Postradiation kyphosisBillable
- M96.3 – Postlaminectomy kyphosisBillable
- M96.4 – Postsurgical lordosisBillable
- M96.5 – Postradiation scoliosisBillable
- M96.6 – Fracture of bone following insertion of orthopedic implant, joint prosthesis, or bone plateHeader
- M96.8 – Other intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classifiedHeader
- M96.A – Fracture of ribs, sternum and thorax associated with compression of the chest and cardiopulmonary resuscitationHeader
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M96.0?
M96.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis, in the block M96 (Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified (M96)).
Is M96.0 a billable code?
Yes. M96.0 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does M96.0 belong to?
It belongs to category M96 – Intraoperative and postprocedural complications and disorders of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified.
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.