M24 ICD-10-CM Code: Other specific joint derangements
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
M24Other specific joint derangements
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where M24 sits
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Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
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Section
Other joint disorders (M20-M25)
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Category M24
Other specific joint derangements
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Code M24
Other specific joint derangements
Codes under M24
M24 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
M24.0Loose body in jointM24.1Other articular cartilage disordersM24.2Disorder of ligamentM24.3Pathological dislocation of joint, not elsewhere classifiedM24.4Recurrent dislocation of jointM24.5Contracture of jointM24.6Ankylosis of jointM24.7Protrusio acetabuliM24.8Other specific joint derangements, not elsewhere classifiedM24.9Joint derangement, unspecifiedNotes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for M24.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M24.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M24.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- current injury - see injury of joint by body region
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- ganglion (M67.4)
- snapping knee (M23.8-)
- temporomandibular joint disorders (M26.6-)
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code M24 mean?
M24 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other specific joint derangements.”
Is M24 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. M24 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 M24 located in ICD-10-CM?
M24 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 M24, Other specific joint derangements.
What coding notes are listed for M24?
No inclusion terms are listed for M24 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: current injury - see injury of joint by body region. Excludes2 notes: ganglion (M67.4); snapping knee (M23.8-); temporomandibular joint disorders (M26.6-).