M81.0
Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue Billable
Quick Reference
Low bone density (T-score ≤ -2.5) on DEXA scan without current fracture
Clinical Information
When to Use This Code
Low bone density (T-score ≤ -2.5) on DEXA scan without current fracture
Common Clinical Scenarios
- Osteoporosis screening in postmenopausal women
- Bisphosphonate therapy initiation
- Fracture risk assessment
- Bone density monitoring
Documentation Requirements
- Document DEXA scan T-score and Z-score
- Record fragility fracture history
- Note calcium and vitamin D supplementation
- Specify medication therapy (bisphosphonate, denosumab, etc.)
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
These terms are included in this code:
Postmenopausal osteoporosisSenile osteoporosisAge-related osteoporosis
Exclusion Terms
Do NOT use this code for:
- Osteoporosis with current fracture (M80.-)
- Drug-induced osteoporosis (M81.4)
- Osteopenia (T-score -1.0 to -2.5)
Coding Notes
Use M80.- codes when current pathological fracture present
Screen all women ≥65 and men ≥70
FRAX score guides treatment decisions
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Code
M81.0
Category
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Billable Status
Billable
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