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ICD-10-CM 2027

ICD-10 code for Brodie's abscess

M86.8X

Other osteomyelitis

Header — needs a more specific code

From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Abscess (connective tissue) (embolic) (fistulous) (infective) (metastatic) (multiple) (pernicious) (pyogenic) (septic) › Brodie's (localized) (chronic)”. Page updated September 29, 2026.

About coding Brodie's abscess

The ICD-10-CM code for Brodie's abscess is M86.8X (Other osteomyelitis).

To report this condition, pick the subcode that matches the documentation: M86.8X0 (multiple sites), M86.8X1 (shoulder), M86.8X2 (upper arm), M86.8X3 (forearm), M86.8X4 (hand), M86.8X5 (thigh), M86.8X6 (lower leg), M86.8X7 (ankle and foot) and 2 more.

Use an additional code (B95-B97) to identify infectious agent. Use an additional code to identify major osseous defect, if applicable (M89.7-).

It has been part of ICD-10-CM since the code set took effect on October 1, 2015 and hasn't changed since.

Common questions about Brodie's abscess ICD-10 codes

What is the ICD-10 code for Brodie's abscess?

M86.8X — Other osteomyelitis (a header code; report a more specific subcode).

Is M86.8X billable?

No. M86.8X is a header code. Report one of its more specific subcodes instead.