M89.6
Non-Billable

Osteopathy after poliomyelitis

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Osteopathy after poliomyelitis?

ICD-10-CM M89.6 is the diagnosis code for Osteopathy after poliomyelitis. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for M89.6

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as M89.6. They are mutually exclusive:

  • postpolio syndrome (G14)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M89.6 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
M89.60Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified siteBillableM89.61Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, shoulderNon-BillableM89.611Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right shoulderBillableM89.612Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left shoulderBillableM89.619Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified shoulderBillableM89.62Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, upper armNon-BillableM89.621Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right upper armBillableM89.622Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left upper armBillableM89.629Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified upper armBillableM89.63Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, forearmNon-BillableM89.631Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right forearmBillableM89.632Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left forearmBillableM89.639Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified forearmBillableM89.64Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, handNon-BillableM89.641Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right handBillableM89.642Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left handBillableM89.649Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified handBillableM89.65Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, thighNon-BillableM89.651Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right thighBillableM89.652Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left thighBillableM89.659Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified thighBillableM89.66Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, lower legNon-BillableM89.661Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right lower legBillableM89.662Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left lower legBillableM89.669Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified lower legBillableM89.67Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, ankle and footNon-BillableM89.671Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right ankle and footBillableM89.672Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, left ankle and footBillableM89.679Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, unspecified ankle and footBillableM89.68Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, other siteBillableM89.69Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, multiple sitesBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M89.6 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M89.6 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M89.6 mean?

M89.6 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Osteopathy after poliomyelitis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M89.6?

The parent code of M89.6 is M89 ("Other disorders of bone"). M89.6 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M89.6 in?

M89.6 is located in Section M86-M90 — "Other osteopathies" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M89.6?

M89.6 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M89.60, M89.61, M89.62, M89.63, M89.64 and more.

When should I use M89.6?

Use M89.6 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Osteopathy after poliomyelitis" 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 Osteopathy after poliomyelitis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Osteopathy after poliomyelitis is M89.6.

Can M89.6 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M89.6 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M89.6 in?

M89.6 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from M89.6?

Type 1 Excludes for M89.6 include: postpolio syndrome (G14).

Is M89.6 valid for 2026?

Yes, M89.6 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
M89.6
Osteopathy after poliomyelitis
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M86-M90 — Other osteopathies
2026 ICD-10-CM