ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for localized osteoporosis
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Osteoporosis (female) (male) › localized”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding localized osteoporosis
The ICD-10-CM code for localized osteoporosis is M81.6 (Localized osteoporosis [Lequesne]).
Within M81 (osteoporosis without current pathological fracture), M81.6 is specifically for localized osteoporosis [Lequesne]. Related codes cover age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture (M81.0) and other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture (M81.8).
Don't report M81.6 together with the conditions in its Excludes1 note: Sudeck's atrophy (M89.0).
Use an additional code to identify: major osseous defect, if applicable (M89.7-) and personal history of (healed) osteoporosis fracture, if applicable (Z87.310).
Don't confuse with (Excludes1 for M81.6)
- Sudeck's atrophy (M89.0)
Common questions about localized osteoporosis ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for localized osteoporosis?
- M81.6 — Localized osteoporosis [Lequesne].
Is M81.6 billable?
- Yes. M81.6 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can M81.6 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict M81.6 as a principal diagnosis.
Is M81.6 a CC or MCC?
- No. M81.6 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.