M21.15

Non-billable

Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, hip

M21.15 is the ICD-10-CM code for Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, hip. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M21.151 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M21.1
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Your hip is the joint where your femur (thigh bone) meets your pelvis (hip bone). There are two main parts: a ball at the end of the femur, which fits in a socket in the pelvis. Your hip is known as a ball-and-socket joint. This is because you have a ball at the end of your femur, and it fits into a socket in your pelvis. This makes your hips very stable and allows for a wide range of motion. When they are healthy,…

Read more about Hip Injuries and Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M21.15?
M21.15 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, hip". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M21.15 a billable code?
No — M21.15 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as M21.151) for billing.
What are the subcodes of M21.15?
M21.15 has 3 more specific child codes, including M21.151, M21.152, M21.159.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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