M79.81 – Nontraumatic hematoma of soft tissue
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other soft tissue disorders
ICD-10-CM code
M79.81
- Code
M79.81(claims format:M7981)- Description
- Nontraumatic hematoma of soft tissue
- 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
- M79 › M79.8
Notes for M79.81
Applicable to:
- Nontraumatic hematoma of muscle
- Nontraumatic seroma of muscle and soft tissue
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
M79 – Other and unspecified soft tissue disorders, not elsewhere classified
Index terms for M79.81
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in M79.8
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M79.81?
M79.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for nontraumatic hematoma of soft tissue, in the block M70-M79 (Other soft tissue disorders).
Is M79.81 a billable code?
Yes. M79.81 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does M79.81 belong to?
It belongs to category M79 – Other and unspecified soft tissue disorders, not elsewhere classified.
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.