M32 ICD-10-CM Code: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Official description
M32Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where M32 sits
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Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
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Section
Systemic connective tissue disorders (M30-M36)
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Category M32
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
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Code M32
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Codes under M32
M32 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for M32.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M32.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M32.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- lupus erythematosus (discoid) (NOS) (L93.0)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for M32.
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 M32 mean?
M32 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).”
Is M32 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. M32 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 M32 located in ICD-10-CM?
M32 is listed in Chapter 13, Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99), within Systemic connective tissue disorders (M30-M36) (M30–M36), under category M32, Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
What coding notes are listed for M32?
No inclusion terms are listed for M32 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: lupus erythematosus (discoid) (NOS) (L93.0). No Excludes2 note is listed.