M71.879 – Other specified bursopathies, unspecified ankle and foot

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other soft tissue disorders

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M71.879
Code
M71.879 (claims format: M71879)
Description
Other specified bursopathies, unspecified ankle and foot
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
M70-M79 Other soft tissue disorders
Parent codes
M71 › M71.8 › M71.87

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

M71 – Other bursopathies

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • bunion (M20.1)
  • bursitis related to use, overuse or pressure (M70.-)
  • enthesopathies (M76-M77)

Related codes in M71.87

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M71.879?

M71.879 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specified bursopathies, unspecified ankle and foot, in the block M70-M79 (Other soft tissue disorders).

Is M71.879 a billable code?

Yes. M71.879 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M71.879 belong to?

It belongs to category M71 – Other bursopathies.

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.