ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M24.5
Contracture of joint
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M24.5
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- contracture of muscle without contracture of joint (M62.4-)
- contracture of tendon (sheath) without contracture of joint (M62.4-)
- Dupuytren's contracture (M72.0)
Excludes2: Not Included Here
acquired deformities of limbs (M20-M21)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code M24.5 (Contracture of joint)
ICD-10-CM code M24.5 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 M24.5 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M24.5 - Contracture of joint. 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 Contracture of joint.