M22.2X – Patellofemoral disorders
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other joint disorders
ICD-10-CM code
M22.2X
- Code
M22.2X(claims format:M222X)- Description
- Patellofemoral disorders
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- Block
- M20-M25 Other joint disorders
- Parent codes
- M22 › M22.2
Billable codes under M22.2X
M22.2X is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
M22 – Disorder of patella
Excludes2 (not included here):
- traumatic dislocation of patella (S83.0-)
Block M20-M25
Index terms for M22.2X
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M22.2X?
M22.2X is the ICD-10-CM code for patellofemoral disorders, in the block M20-M25 (Other joint disorders).
Is M22.2X a billable code?
No. M22.2X is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
What category does M22.2X belong to?
It belongs to category M22 – Disorder of patella.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.