M67.00 – Short Achilles tendon (acquired), unspecified ankle

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of synovium and tendon

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M67.00
Code
M67.00 (claims format: M6700)
Description
Short Achilles tendon (acquired), unspecified ankle
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
M65-M67 Disorders of synovium and tendon
Parent codes
M67 › M67.0

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

M67 – Other disorders of synovium and tendon

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren] (M72.0)
  • tendinitis NOS (M77.9-)
  • xanthomatosis localized to tendons (E78.2)

Related codes in M67.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M67.00?

M67.00 is the ICD-10-CM code for short Achilles tendon (acquired), unspecified ankle, in the block M65-M67 (Disorders of synovium and tendon).

Is M67.00 a billable code?

Yes. M67.00 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M67.00 belong to?

It belongs to category M67 – Other disorders of synovium and tendon.

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.