M67.38 – Transient synovitis, other site
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Disorders of synovium and tendon
ICD-10-CM code
M67.38
- Code
M67.38(claims format:M6738)- Description
- Transient synovitis, other site
- 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 › M67.3
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):
M67.3 – Transient synovitis
Applicable to:
- Toxic synovitis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
- palindromic rheumatism (M12.3-)
Index terms for M67.38
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in M67.3
- M67.30 – Transient synovitis, unspecified siteBillable
- M67.31 – Transient synovitis, shoulderHeader
- M67.32 – Transient synovitis, elbowHeader
- M67.33 – Transient synovitis, wristHeader
- M67.34 – Transient synovitis, handHeader
- M67.35 – Transient synovitis, hipHeader
- M67.36 – Transient synovitis, kneeHeader
- M67.37 – Transient synovitis, ankle and footHeader
- M67.39 – Transient synovitis, multiple sitesBillable
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M67.38?
M67.38 is the ICD-10-CM code for transient synovitis, other site, in the block M65-M67 (Disorders of synovium and tendon).
Is M67.38 a billable code?
Yes. M67.38 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does M67.38 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.