M62.4
Non-Billable

Contracture of muscle

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Contracture of muscle?

ICD-10-CM M62.4 is the diagnosis code for Contracture of muscle. 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.

💡 Inclusions
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for M62.4

✅ This Code Includes

  • Contracture of tendon (sheath)

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as M62.4. They are mutually exclusive:

  • contracture of joint (M24.5-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M62.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
M62.40Contracture of muscle, unspecified siteBillableM62.41Contracture of muscle, shoulderNon-BillableM62.411Contracture of muscle, right shoulderBillableM62.412Contracture of muscle, left shoulderBillableM62.419Contracture of muscle, unspecified shoulderBillableM62.42Contracture of muscle, upper armNon-BillableM62.421Contracture of muscle, right upper armBillableM62.422Contracture of muscle, left upper armBillableM62.429Contracture of muscle, unspecified upper armBillableM62.43Contracture of muscle, forearmNon-BillableM62.431Contracture of muscle, right forearmBillableM62.432Contracture of muscle, left forearmBillableM62.439Contracture of muscle, unspecified forearmBillableM62.44Contracture of muscle, handNon-BillableM62.441Contracture of muscle, right handBillableM62.442Contracture of muscle, left handBillableM62.449Contracture of muscle, unspecified handBillableM62.45Contracture of muscle, thighNon-BillableM62.451Contracture of muscle, right thighBillableM62.452Contracture of muscle, left thighBillableM62.459Contracture of muscle, unspecified thighBillableM62.46Contracture of muscle, lower legNon-BillableM62.461Contracture of muscle, right lower legBillableM62.462Contracture of muscle, left lower legBillableM62.469Contracture of muscle, unspecified lower legBillableM62.47Contracture of muscle, ankle and footNon-BillableM62.471Contracture of muscle, right ankle and footBillableM62.472Contracture of muscle, left ankle and footBillableM62.479Contracture of muscle, unspecified ankle and footBillableM62.48Contracture of muscle, other siteBillableM62.49Contracture of muscle, multiple sitesBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M62.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M62.4 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M62.4 mean?

M62.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Contracture of muscle". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M62.4?

The parent code of M62.4 is M62 ("Other disorders of muscle"). M62.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M62.4 in?

M62.4 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 M62.4?

M62.4 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M62.40, M62.41, M62.42, M62.43, M62.44 and more.

When should I use M62.4?

Use M62.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Contracture of muscle" 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 Contracture of muscle?

The ICD-10-CM code for Contracture of muscle is M62.4.

Can M62.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M62.4 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M62.4 in?

M62.4 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from M62.4?

Type 1 Excludes for M62.4 include: contracture of joint (M24.5-).

Is M62.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, M62.4 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
M62.4
Contracture of muscle
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