M85.5
Non-Billable

Aneurysmal bone cyst

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Aneurysmal bone cyst?

ICD-10-CM M85.5 is the diagnosis code for Aneurysmal bone cyst. This code falls under the section "Disorders of bone density and structure" 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 M85.5

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

The following conditions are not included in M85.5. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • aneurysmal cyst of jaw (M27.4)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M85.5 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
M85.50Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified siteBillableM85.51Aneurysmal bone cyst, shoulderNon-BillableM85.511Aneurysmal bone cyst, right shoulderBillableM85.512Aneurysmal bone cyst, left shoulderBillableM85.519Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified shoulderBillableM85.52Aneurysmal bone cyst, upper armNon-BillableM85.521Aneurysmal bone cyst, right upper armBillableM85.522Aneurysmal bone cyst, left upper armBillableM85.529Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified upper armBillableM85.53Aneurysmal bone cyst, forearmNon-BillableM85.531Aneurysmal bone cyst, right forearmBillableM85.532Aneurysmal bone cyst, left forearmBillableM85.539Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified forearmBillableM85.54Aneurysmal bone cyst, handNon-BillableM85.541Aneurysmal bone cyst, right handBillableM85.542Aneurysmal bone cyst, left handBillableM85.549Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified handBillableM85.55Aneurysmal bone cyst, thighNon-BillableM85.551Aneurysmal bone cyst, right thighBillableM85.552Aneurysmal bone cyst, left thighBillableM85.559Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified thighBillableM85.56Aneurysmal bone cyst, lower legNon-BillableM85.561Aneurysmal bone cyst, right lower legBillableM85.562Aneurysmal bone cyst, left lower legBillableM85.569Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified lower legBillableM85.57Aneurysmal bone cyst, ankle and footNon-BillableM85.571Aneurysmal bone cyst, right ankle and footBillableM85.572Aneurysmal bone cyst, left ankle and footBillableM85.579Aneurysmal bone cyst, unspecified ankle and footBillableM85.58Aneurysmal bone cyst, other siteBillableM85.59Aneurysmal bone cyst, multiple sitesBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is M85.5 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M85.5 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M85.5 mean?

M85.5 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Aneurysmal bone cyst". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M85.5?

The parent code of M85.5 is M85 ("Other disorders of bone density and structure"). M85.5 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M85.5 in?

M85.5 is located in Section M80-M85 — "Disorders of bone density and structure" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M85.5?

M85.5 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M85.50, M85.51, M85.52, M85.53, M85.54 and more.

When should I use M85.5?

Use M85.5 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Aneurysmal bone cyst" 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 Aneurysmal bone cyst?

The ICD-10-CM code for Aneurysmal bone cyst is M85.5.

Can M85.5 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M85.5 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M85.5 in?

M85.5 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is M85.5 valid for 2026?

Yes, M85.5 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
M85.5
Aneurysmal bone cyst
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M80-M85 — Disorders of bone density and structure
2026 ICD-10-CM