M22 ICD-10-CM Code: Disorder of patella
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
M22Disorder of patella
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where M22 sits
- 1
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- 2
Section
Other joint disorders (M20-M25)
- 3
Category M22
Disorder of patella
- 4
Code M22
Disorder of patella
More specific choices
Codes under M22
M22 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 M22.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M22.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M22.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for M22.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- traumatic dislocation of patella (S83.0-)
Transparency
Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
Review the CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM sourceCode-specific guidance
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code M22 mean?
M22 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Disorder of patella.”
Is M22 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. M22 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 M22 located in ICD-10-CM?
M22 is listed in Chapter 13, Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99), within Other joint disorders (M20-M25) (M20–M25), under category M22, Disorder of patella.
What coding notes are listed for M22?
No inclusion terms are listed for M22 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: traumatic dislocation of patella (S83.0-).
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