M26.51 – Abnormal jaw closure
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw
- Code
M26.51(claims format:M2651)- Description
- Abnormal jaw closure
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- 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
- M26-M27 Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw
- Parent codes
- M26 › M26.5
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
M26.5 – Dentofacial functional abnormalities
Block M26-M27
Index terms for M26.51
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in M26.5
- M26.50 – Dentofacial functional abnormalities, unspecifiedBillable
- M26.52 – Limited mandibular range of motionBillable
- M26.53 – Deviation in opening and closing of the mandibleBillable
- M26.54 – Insufficient anterior guidanceBillable
- M26.55 – Centric occlusion maximum intercuspation discrepancyBillable
- M26.56 – Non-working side interferenceBillable
- M26.57 – Lack of posterior occlusal supportBillable
- M26.59 – Other dentofacial functional abnormalitiesBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M26.51?
M26.51 is the ICD-10-CM code for abnormal jaw closure, in the block M26-M27 (Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw).
Is M26.51 a billable code?
Yes. M26.51 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does M26.51 belong to?
It belongs to category M26 – Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion].
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.