G72 ICD-10-CM Code: Other and unspecified myopathies
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
G72Other and unspecified myopathies
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where G72 sits
- 1
Chapter 6
Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
- 2
Section
Diseases of myoneural junction and muscle (G70-G73)
- 3
Category G72
Other and unspecified myopathies
- 4
Code G72
Other and unspecified myopathies
More specific choices
Codes under G72
G72 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for G72.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for G72.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for G72.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (Q74.3)
- dermatopolymyositis (M33.-)
- ischemic infarction of muscle (M62.2-)
- myositis (M60.-)
- polymyositis (M33.2.-)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for G72.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code G72 mean?
G72 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other and unspecified myopathies.”
Is G72 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. G72 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is G72 located in ICD-10-CM?
G72 is listed in Chapter 6, Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99), within Diseases of myoneural junction and muscle (G70-G73) (G70–G73), under category G72, Other and unspecified myopathies.
What coding notes are listed for G72?
No inclusion terms are listed for G72 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: arthrogryposis multiplex congenita (Q74.3); dermatopolymyositis (M33.-); ischemic infarction of muscle (M62.2-); myositis (M60.-); polymyositis (M33.2.-). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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