M72.6 – Necrotizing fasciitis
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other soft tissue disorders
ICD-10-CM code
M72.6
- Code
M72.6(claims format:M726)- Description
- Necrotizing fasciitis
- 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
- M72
Notes for M72.6
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
M72 – Fibroblastic disorders
Excludes2 (not included here):
- retroperitoneal fibromatosis (D48.3)
Index terms for M72.6
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in M72
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M72.6?
M72.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for necrotizing fasciitis, in the block M70-M79 (Other soft tissue disorders).
Is M72.6 a billable code?
Yes. M72.6 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does M72.6 belong to?
It belongs to category M72 – Fibroblastic disorders.
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.