M27.2 ICD-10-CM Code: Inflammatory conditions of jaws
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
M27.2Inflammatory conditions of jaws
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where M27.2 sits
- 1
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- 2
Section
Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw (M26-M27)
- 3
Category M27
Other diseases of jaws
- 4
Code M27.2
Inflammatory conditions of jaws
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Osteitis of jaw(s)
- Osteomyelitis (neonatal) jaw(s)
- Osteoradionecrosis jaw(s)
- Periostitis jaw(s)
- Sequestrum of jaw bone
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M27.2.
Use additional code
- code (W88-W90, X39.0) to identify radiation, if radiation-induced
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for M27.2.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- osteonecrosis of jaw due to drug (M87.180)
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code M27.2 mean?
M27.2 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Inflammatory conditions of jaws.”
Is M27.2 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, M27.2 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 M27.2 located in ICD-10-CM?
M27.2 is listed in Chapter 13, Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99), within Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw (M26-M27) (M26–M27), under category M27, Other diseases of jaws.
What coding notes are listed for M27.2?
Its listed inclusion terms are Osteitis of jaw(s); Osteomyelitis (neonatal) jaw(s); Osteoradionecrosis jaw(s); Periostitis jaw(s); Sequestrum of jaw bone. No code-first instruction is listed. Additional-code instructions: code (W88-W90, X39.0) to identify radiation, if radiation-induced. No Excludes1 note is listed. Excludes2 notes: osteonecrosis of jaw due to drug (M87.180).
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