M27.51 ICD-10-CM Code: Perforation of root canal space due to endodontic treatment
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
M27.51Perforation of root canal space due to endodontic treatment
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where M27.51 sits
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Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
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Section
Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw (M26-M27)
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Category M27
Other diseases of jaws
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Subcategory M27.5
Periradicular pathology associated with previous endodontic treatment
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Code M27.51
Perforation of root canal space due to endodontic treatment
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for M27.51.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M27.51.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M27.51.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for M27.51.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for M27.51.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code M27.51 mean?
M27.51 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Perforation of root canal space due to endodontic treatment.”
Is M27.51 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, M27.51 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 M27.51 located in ICD-10-CM?
M27.51 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 and subcategory M27.5, Periradicular pathology associated with previous endodontic treatment.
What coding notes are listed for M27.51?
No inclusion terms are listed for M27.51 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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