M83
Non-Billable

Adult osteomalacia

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Adult osteomalacia?

ICD-10-CM M83 is the diagnosis code for Adult osteomalacia. This code falls under the section "Disorders of bone density and structure" within Chapter 13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for M83

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as M83. They are mutually exclusive:

  • infantile and juvenile osteomalacia (E55.0)
  • renal osteodystrophy (N25.0)
  • rickets (active) (E55.0)
  • rickets (active) sequelae (E64.3)
  • vitamin D-resistant osteomalacia (E83.31)
  • vitamin D-resistant rickets (active) (E83.31)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M83 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
M83.0Puerperal osteomalaciaBillableM83.1Senile osteomalaciaBillableM83.2Adult osteomalacia due to malabsorptionBillableM83.3Adult osteomalacia due to malnutritionBillableM83.4Aluminum bone diseaseBillableM83.5Other drug-induced osteomalacia in adultsBillableM83.8Other adult osteomalaciaBillableM83.9Adult osteomalacia, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is M83 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M83 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M83 mean?

M83 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Adult osteomalacia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is M83 in?

M83 is located in Section M80-M85 — "Disorders of bone density and structure" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M83?

M83 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M83.0, M83.1, M83.2, M83.3, M83.4 and more.

When should I use M83?

Use M83 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Adult osteomalacia" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Adult osteomalacia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Adult osteomalacia is M83.

Can M83 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M83 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M83 in?

M83 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from M83?

Type 1 Excludes for M83 include: infantile and juvenile osteomalacia (E55.0); renal osteodystrophy (N25.0); rickets (active) (E55.0) and more.

Is M83 valid for 2026?

Yes, M83 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
M83
Adult osteomalacia
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M80-M85 — Disorders of bone density and structure
2026 ICD-10-CM