M71 ICD-10-CM Code: Other bursopathies
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
M71Other bursopathies
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where M71 sits
- 1
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- 2
Section
Other soft tissue disorders (M70-M79)
- 3
Category M71
Other bursopathies
- 4
Code M71
Other bursopathies
More specific choices
Codes under M71
M71 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for M71.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for M71.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for M71.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- bunion (M20.1)
- bursitis related to use, overuse or pressure (M70.-)
- enthesopathies (M76-M77)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for M71.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code M71 mean?
M71 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other bursopathies.”
Is M71 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. M71 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 M71 located in ICD-10-CM?
M71 is listed in Chapter 13, Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99), within Other soft tissue disorders (M70-M79) (M70–M79), under category M71, Other bursopathies.
What coding notes are listed for M71?
No inclusion terms are listed for M71 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: bunion (M20.1); bursitis related to use, overuse or pressure (M70.-); enthesopathies (M76-M77). No Excludes2 note is listed.
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