M25.562 ICD-10-CM Code: Pain in left knee
M25.562 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Pain in left knee” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
M25.562Pain in left knee
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Coding tips for M25.562
The same condition on the other side
This code carries the side. Use the one the note supports; codes for an unspecified side should rarely be used.
Where M25.562 sits
- 1
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- 2
Section
Other joint disorders (M20-M25)
- 3
Category M25
Other joint disorder, not elsewhere classified
- 4
Subcategory M25.56
Pain in knee
- 5
Code M25.562
Pain in left knee
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for M25.562.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M25.562.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M25.562.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for M25.562.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for M25.562.
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 M25.562 mean?
M25.562 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Pain in left knee.”
Is M25.562 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, M25.562 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is M25.562 located in ICD-10-CM?
M25.562 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 M25, Other joint disorder, not elsewhere classified and subcategory M25.56, Pain in knee.
What coding notes are listed for M25.562?
No inclusion terms are listed for M25.562 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.