M01.X21Billable
Direct infection of right elbow in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Short description: Direct infct of r elbow in infec/parastc dis classd elswhr
- Chapter
- 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
- Category
- M01
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category M01
M01Direct infect of joint in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrM01.XDirect infct of joint in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrM01.X0Dir infct of unsp joint in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYesM01.X1Direct infct of shldr jt in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrM01.X11Direct infct of r shldr in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYesM01.X12Direct infct of l shldr in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYesM01.X19Dir infct of unsp shldr in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYesM01.X2Direct infct of elbow in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrM01.X22Direct infct of l elbow in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYesM01.X29Dir infct of unsp elbow in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYesM01.X3Direct infct of wrist in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrM01.X31Direct infct of r wrist in infec/parastc dis classd elswhrYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M01.X21?
M01.X21 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Direct infection of right elbow in infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere.
Is M01.X21 a billable code?
Yes. M01.X21 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is M01.X21 in?
M01.X21 falls under Chapter 13: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
When did M01.X21 become effective?
M01.X21 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to M01.X21?
M01.X21 belongs to category M01, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.