M76.70 – Peroneal tendinitis, unspecified leg

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

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code M76.70
Code
M76.70 (claims format: M7670)
Description
Peroneal tendinitis, unspecified leg
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
M76 › M76.7

Notes inherited from parent codes

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

M76 – Enthesopathies, lower limb, excluding foot

Excludes2 (not included here):
  • bursitis due to use, overuse and pressure (M70.-)
  • enthesopathies of ankle and foot (M77.5-)

Related codes in M76.7

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M76.70?

M76.70 is the ICD-10-CM code for peroneal tendinitis, unspecified leg, in the block M70-M79 (Other soft tissue disorders).

Is M76.70 a billable code?

Yes. M76.70 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does M76.70 belong to?

It belongs to category M76 – Enthesopathies, lower limb, excluding foot.

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.