M70
Non-billableSoft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure
M70 is the ICD-10-CM code for Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M70.0 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 · NIHAn injury is damage to your body. It is a general term that refers to harm caused by accidents, falls , hits, weapons, and more. In the U.S., millions of people injure themselves every year. These injuries range from minor to life-threatening. Injuries can happen at work or play , indoors or outdoors, driving a car, or walking across the street. Wounds are injuries that break the skin or other body tissues. They…
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Includes
- •soft tissue disorders of occupational origin
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •bursitis NOS (M71.9-)
Excludes2 — not included here
Use additional code
- •external cause code to identify activity causing disorder (Y93.-)
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code M70?
- M70 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
- Is M70 a billable code?
- No — M70 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as M70.0) for billing.
- What is excluded from M70?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): bursitis NOS (M71.9-).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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