M86.8X81 ICD-10-CM Code: Other osteomyelitis, face and sinuses
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
M86.8X81Other osteomyelitis, face and sinuses
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where M86.8X81 sits
- 1
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- 2
Section
Other osteopathies (M86-M90)
- 3
Category M86
Osteomyelitis
- 4
Subcategory M86.8X8
Other osteomyelitis, other site
- 5
Code M86.8X81
Other osteomyelitis, face and sinuses
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Pott's puffy tumor
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M86.8X81.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M86.8X81.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for M86.8X81.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for M86.8X81.
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code M86.8X81 mean?
M86.8X81 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other osteomyelitis, face and sinuses.”
Is M86.8X81 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, M86.8X81 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is M86.8X81 located in ICD-10-CM?
M86.8X81 is listed in Chapter 13, Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99), within Other osteopathies (M86-M90) (M86–M90), under category M86, Osteomyelitis and subcategory M86.8X8, Other osteomyelitis, other site.
What coding notes are listed for M86.8X81?
Its listed inclusion terms are Pott's puffy tumor. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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