ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M01.X
Direct infection of joint in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M01.X
Direct infection of carpal bones in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Direct infection of metacarpus and phalanges in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Direct infection of tarsus, metatarsus and phalanges in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
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About ICD-10-CM Code M01.X (Direct infection of joint in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere)
ICD-10-CM code M01.X is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM M01.X became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M01.X - Direct infection of joint in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Direct infection of joint in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere.