M89.1
Non-Billable

Physeal arrest

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Physeal arrest?

ICD-10-CM M89.1 is the diagnosis code for Physeal arrest. This code falls under the section "Other osteopathies" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for M89.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Arrest of growth plate
  • Epiphyseal arrest
  • Growth plate arrest

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M89.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
M89.12Physeal arrest, humerusNon-BillableM89.121Complete physeal arrest, right proximal humerusBillableM89.122Complete physeal arrest, left proximal humerusBillableM89.123Partial physeal arrest, right proximal humerusBillableM89.124Partial physeal arrest, left proximal humerusBillableM89.125Complete physeal arrest, right distal humerusBillableM89.126Complete physeal arrest, left distal humerusBillableM89.127Partial physeal arrest, right distal humerusBillableM89.128Partial physeal arrest, left distal humerusBillableM89.129Physeal arrest, humerus, unspecifiedBillableM89.13Physeal arrest, forearmNon-BillableM89.131Complete physeal arrest, right distal radiusBillableM89.132Complete physeal arrest, left distal radiusBillableM89.133Partial physeal arrest, right distal radiusBillableM89.134Partial physeal arrest, left distal radiusBillableM89.138Other physeal arrest of forearmBillableM89.139Physeal arrest, forearm, unspecifiedBillableM89.15Physeal arrest, femurNon-BillableM89.151Complete physeal arrest, right proximal femurBillableM89.152Complete physeal arrest, left proximal femurBillableM89.153Partial physeal arrest, right proximal femurBillableM89.154Partial physeal arrest, left proximal femurBillableM89.155Complete physeal arrest, right distal femurBillableM89.156Complete physeal arrest, left distal femurBillableM89.157Partial physeal arrest, right distal femurBillableM89.158Partial physeal arrest, left distal femurBillableM89.159Physeal arrest, femur, unspecifiedBillableM89.16Physeal arrest, lower legNon-BillableM89.160Complete physeal arrest, right proximal tibiaBillableM89.161Complete physeal arrest, left proximal tibiaBillableM89.162Partial physeal arrest, right proximal tibiaBillableM89.163Partial physeal arrest, left proximal tibiaBillableM89.164Complete physeal arrest, right distal tibiaBillableM89.165Complete physeal arrest, left distal tibiaBillableM89.166Partial physeal arrest, right distal tibiaBillableM89.167Partial physeal arrest, left distal tibiaBillableM89.168Other physeal arrest of lower legBillableM89.169Physeal arrest, lower leg, unspecifiedBillableM89.18Physeal arrest, other siteBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M89.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M89.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M89.1 mean?

M89.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Physeal arrest". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M89.1?

The parent code of M89.1 is M89 ("Other disorders of bone"). M89.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M89.1 in?

M89.1 is located in Section M86-M90 — "Other osteopathies" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M89.1?

M89.1 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M89.12, M89.13, M89.15, M89.16, M89.18.

When should I use M89.1?

Use M89.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Physeal arrest" 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 Physeal arrest?

The ICD-10-CM code for Physeal arrest is M89.1.

Can M89.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M89.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M89.1 in?

M89.1 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is M89.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, M89.1 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
M89.1
Physeal arrest
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M86-M90 — Other osteopathies
2026 ICD-10-CM