M48.41Header code — not billable

Fatigue fracture of vertebra, occipito-atlanto-axial region

Chapter
13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Category
M48
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category M48

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M48.41?

M48.41 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Fatigue fracture of vertebra, occipito-atlanto-axial region.

Is M48.41 a billable code?

No. M48.41 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is M48.41 in?

M48.41 falls under Chapter 13: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.

When did M48.41 become effective?

M48.41 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to M48.41?

M48.41 belongs to category M48, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.

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