M26

Non-billable

Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion]

M26 is the ICD-10-CM code for Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion]. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M26.0 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
M00-M99
Subcodes
10
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Face injuries and disorders can cause pain and affect how you look. In severe cases, they can affect sight, speech, breathing and your ability to swallow. Fractures (broken bones), especially in the bones of your nose, cheekbone and jaw , are common facial injuries. Certain diseases also lead to facial disorders. For example, nerve diseases like trigeminal neuralgia or Bell's palsy sometimes cause facial pain,…

Read more about Facial 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 M26?
M26 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion]". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M26 a billable code?
No — M26 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as M26.0) for billing.
What are the subcodes of M26?
M26 has 10 more specific child codes, including M26.0, M26.1, M26.2.

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

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