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