M24
⚠ Non-billable
Other specific joint derangements
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue
Code
M24
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes
From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Excludes1 — never code together
- current injury - see injury of joint by body region
Excludes2 — not included here, but may code together
- ganglion (M67.4)
- snapping knee (M23.8-)
- temporomandibular joint disorders (M26.6-)
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M24?
ICD-10-CM code M24 represents Other specific joint derangements. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is M24 billable?
No. M24 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is M24 in?
M24 belongs to the Diseases of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue chapter (M00–M99) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the M24 category
M24.0
Loose body in joint
Non-billable
M24.1
Other articular cartilage disorders
Non-billable
M24.00
Loose body in unspecified joint
Billable
M24.01
Loose body in shoulder
Non-billable
M24.02
Loose body in elbow
Non-billable
M24.03
Loose body in wrist
Non-billable
M24.04
Loose body in finger joints
Non-billable
M24.05
Loose body in hip
Non-billable
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