M86.152
BillableOther acute osteomyelitis, left femur
HCC Category Mapping
V28HCC 92 — Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.209V24HCC 39 — Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.482ESRDHCC 39 — Bone/Joint/Muscle Infections/Necrosis
0.000What This Code Means
A sudden bone infection in the left thighbone (femur), usually caused by bacterial invasion through trauma, surgery, or systemic infection.
Coding Tips
- •Verify 'left' femur is clearly documented in the medical record
- •Femur osteomyelitis is clinically significant; ensure acute status is confirmed and treatment plan is documented
Clinical Significance
Acute osteomyelitis of the left femur represents infection of the body's largest bone, posing significant risks for systemic complications and long-term mobility impairment. This condition requires aggressive treatment due to the femur's critical role in weight-bearing and ambulation.
Documentation Requirements
- ✓Specific identification of left femur involvement
- ✓Documentation of acute infection onset
- ✓Clinical evidence of femoral bone infection
- ✓Imaging confirmation of osteomyelitis in left femur
- ✓Laboratory markers supporting active infection
- ✓Assessment of weight-bearing status and mobility
- ✓Documentation of pain and functional limitations
- ✓Treatment plan including immobilization considerations
Commonly Confused Codes
Code Hierarchy
└M86Osteomyelitis└M86.1Other acute osteomyelitis└M86.15Other acute osteomyelitis, femur└M86.152Other acute osteomyelitis, left femur
└M86.152Other acute osteomyelitis, left femur