M75
Non-Billable

Shoulder lesions

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Shoulder lesions?

ICD-10-CM M75 is the diagnosis code for Shoulder lesions. This code falls under the section "Other soft tissue disorders" within Chapter 13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for M75

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in M75. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • shoulder-hand syndrome (M89.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M75 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
M75.0Adhesive capsulitis of shoulderNon-BillableM75.00Adhesive capsulitis of unspecified shoulderBillableM75.01Adhesive capsulitis of right shoulderBillableM75.02Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulderBillableM75.1Rotator cuff tear or rupture, not specified as traumaticNon-BillableM75.10Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture, not specified as traumaticNon-BillableM75.100Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of unspecified shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.101Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.102Unspecified rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.11Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture not specified as traumaticNon-BillableM75.110Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of unspecified shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.111Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.112Incomplete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.12Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture not specified as traumaticNon-BillableM75.120Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of unspecified shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.121Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.122Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumaticBillableM75.2Bicipital tendinitisNon-BillableM75.20Bicipital tendinitis, unspecified shoulderBillableM75.21Bicipital tendinitis, right shoulderBillableM75.22Bicipital tendinitis, left shoulderBillableM75.3Calcific tendinitis of shoulderNon-BillableM75.30Calcific tendinitis of unspecified shoulderBillableM75.31Calcific tendinitis of right shoulderBillableM75.32Calcific tendinitis of left shoulderBillableM75.4Impingement syndrome of shoulderNon-BillableM75.40Impingement syndrome of unspecified shoulderBillableM75.41Impingement syndrome of right shoulderBillableM75.42Impingement syndrome of left shoulderBillableM75.5Bursitis of shoulderNon-BillableM75.50Bursitis of unspecified shoulderBillableM75.51Bursitis of right shoulderBillableM75.52Bursitis of left shoulderBillableM75.8Other shoulder lesionsNon-BillableM75.80Other shoulder lesions, unspecified shoulderBillableM75.81Other shoulder lesions, right shoulderBillableM75.82Other shoulder lesions, left shoulderBillableM75.9Shoulder lesion, unspecifiedNon-BillableM75.90Shoulder lesion, unspecified, unspecified shoulderBillableM75.91Shoulder lesion, unspecified, right shoulderBillableM75.92Shoulder lesion, unspecified, left shoulderBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M75 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M75 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M75 mean?

M75 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Shoulder lesions". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is M75 in?

M75 is located in Section M70-M79 — "Other soft tissue disorders" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M75?

M75 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M75.0, M75.1, M75.2, M75.3, M75.4 and more.

When should I use M75?

Use M75 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Shoulder lesions" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Shoulder lesions?

The ICD-10-CM code for Shoulder lesions is M75.

Can M75 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M75 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M75 in?

M75 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is M75 valid for 2026?

Yes, M75 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousM72.9Fibroblastic disorder, unspecifiedNext →M75.0Adhesive capsulitis of shoulder
Code Details
M75
Shoulder lesions
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M70-M79 — Other soft tissue disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM