M60.2
Non-Billable

Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM M60.2 is the diagnosis code for Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified. This code falls under the section "Disorders of muscles" 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

Coding Guidelines for M60.2

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as M60.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • foreign body granuloma of skin and subcutaneous tissue (L92.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M60.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Parent CodeM60 — Myositis
Current CodeM60.2 — Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified
Sub-Codes 9 entries
M60.20Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified siteBillableM60.21Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, shoulderNon-BillableM60.211Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right shoulderBillableM60.212Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left shoulderBillableM60.219Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified shoulderBillableM60.22Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, upper armNon-BillableM60.221Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right upper armBillableM60.222Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left upper armBillableM60.229Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified upper armBillableM60.23Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, forearmNon-BillableM60.231Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right forearmBillableM60.232Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left forearmBillableM60.239Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified forearmBillableM60.24Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, handNon-BillableM60.241Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right handBillableM60.242Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left handBillableM60.249Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified handBillableM60.25Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, thighNon-BillableM60.251Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right thighBillableM60.252Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left thighBillableM60.259Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified thighBillableM60.26Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, lower legNon-BillableM60.261Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right lower legBillableM60.262Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left lower legBillableM60.269Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified lower legBillableM60.27Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, ankle and footNon-BillableM60.271Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, right ankle and footBillableM60.272Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, left ankle and footBillableM60.279Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified ankle and footBillableM60.28Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, other siteBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M60.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M60.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M60.2 mean?

M60.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M60.2?

The parent code of M60.2 is M60 ("Myositis"). M60.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M60.2 in?

M60.2 is located in Section M60-M63 — "Disorders of muscles" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M60.2?

M60.2 has 9 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M60.20, M60.21, M60.22, M60.23, M60.24 and more.

When should I use M60.2?

Use M60.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified" 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 Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified is M60.2.

Can M60.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M60.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M60.2 in?

M60.2 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from M60.2?

Type 1 Excludes for M60.2 include: foreign body granuloma of skin and subcutaneous tissue (L92.3).

Is M60.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, M60.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousM60.19Interstitial myositis, multiple sitesNext →M60.20Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified, unspecified site
Code Details
M60.2
Foreign body granuloma of soft tissue, not elsewhere classified
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M60-M63 — Disorders of muscles
2026 ICD-10-CM