M94.249Billable
Chondromalacia, joints of unspecified hand
- Chapter
- 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
- Category
- M94
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category M94
M94Other disorders of cartilageM94.0Chondrocostal junction syndrome [Tietze]YesM94.1Relapsing polychondritisYesM94.2ChondromalaciaM94.20Chondromalacia, unspecified siteYesM94.21Chondromalacia, shoulderM94.211Chondromalacia, right shoulderYesM94.212Chondromalacia, left shoulderYesM94.219Chondromalacia, unspecified shoulderYesM94.22Chondromalacia, elbowM94.221Chondromalacia, right elbowYesM94.222Chondromalacia, left elbowYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M94.249?
M94.249 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Chondromalacia, joints of unspecified hand.
Is M94.249 a billable code?
Yes. M94.249 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is M94.249 in?
M94.249 falls under Chapter 13: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
When did M94.249 become effective?
M94.249 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to M94.249?
M94.249 belongs to category M94, which includes 12 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
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