M72.8 – Other fibroblastic disorders

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M72.8
Code
M72.8 (claims format: M728)
Description
Other fibroblastic disorders
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 M72.8

Applicable to:
  • Abscess of fascia
  • Fasciitis NEC
  • Other infective fasciitis
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • diffuse (eosinophilic) fasciitis (M35.4)
  • necrotizing fasciitis (M72.6)
  • nodular fasciitis (M72.4)
  • perirenal fasciitis NOS (N13.5)
  • perirenal fasciitis with infection (N13.6)
  • plantar fasciitis (M67.A0-)
Use additional code:
  • code to (B95.-, B96.-) identify causative organism

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 M72.8

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 M72.8?

M72.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other fibroblastic disorders, in the block M70-M79 (Other soft tissue disorders).

Is M72.8 a billable code?

Yes. M72.8 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M72.8 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.