M77
Non-Billable

Other enthesopathies

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Other enthesopathies?

ICD-10-CM M77 is the diagnosis code for Other enthesopathies. 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.

⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for M77

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as M77. They are mutually exclusive:

  • bursitis NOS (M71.9-)

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

The following conditions are not included in M77. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • bursitis due to use, overuse and pressure (M70.-)
  • osteophyte (M25.7)
  • spinal enthesopathy (M46.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M77 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 8 entries
M77.0Medial epicondylitisNon-BillableM77.00Medial epicondylitis, unspecified elbowBillableM77.01Medial epicondylitis, right elbowBillableM77.02Medial epicondylitis, left elbowBillableM77.1Lateral epicondylitisNon-BillableM77.10Lateral epicondylitis, unspecified elbowBillableM77.11Lateral epicondylitis, right elbowBillableM77.12Lateral epicondylitis, left elbowBillableM77.2Periarthritis of wristNon-BillableM77.20Periarthritis, unspecified wristBillableM77.21Periarthritis, right wristBillableM77.22Periarthritis, left wristBillableM77.3Calcaneal spurNon-BillableM77.30Calcaneal spur, unspecified footBillableM77.31Calcaneal spur, right footBillableM77.32Calcaneal spur, left footBillableM77.4MetatarsalgiaNon-BillableM77.40Metatarsalgia, unspecified footBillableM77.41Metatarsalgia, right footBillableM77.42Metatarsalgia, left footBillableM77.5Other enthesopathy of foot and ankleNon-BillableM77.50Other enthesopathy of unspecified foot and ankleBillableM77.51Other enthesopathy of right foot and ankleBillableM77.52Other enthesopathy of left foot and ankleBillableM77.8Other enthesopathies, not elsewhere classifiedBillableM77.9Enthesopathy, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is M77 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M77 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M77 mean?

M77 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other enthesopathies". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is M77 in?

M77 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 M77?

M77 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M77.0, M77.1, M77.2, M77.3, M77.4 and more.

When should I use M77?

Use M77 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other enthesopathies" 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 Other enthesopathies?

The ICD-10-CM code for Other enthesopathies is M77.

Can M77 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M77 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M77 in?

M77 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from M77?

Type 1 Excludes for M77 include: bursitis NOS (M71.9-).

Is M77 valid for 2026?

Yes, M77 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
M77
Other enthesopathies
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