M21.179
BillableVarus deformity, not elsewhere classified, unspecified ankle
M21.179 is the ICD-10-CM code for Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, unspecified ankle. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHYour ankle bone and the ends of your two lower leg bones make up the ankle joint. Your ligaments, which connect bones to one another, stabilize and support it. Your muscles and tendons move it. The most common ankle problems are sprains and fractures (broken bones). A sprain is an injury to the ligaments. It may take a few weeks to many months to heal completely. A fracture is a break in a bone. You can also injure…
Read more about Ankle Injuries and Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code M21.179?
- M21.179 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, unspecified ankle". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
- Is M21.179 a billable code?
- Yes — M21.179 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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