M70.0
Non-billableCrepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic) of hand and wrist
M70.0 is the ICD-10-CM code for Crepitant synovitis (acute) (chronic) of hand and wrist. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M70.03 for billing.
M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHNo matter how old you are or what you do for a living, you are always using your hands. When there is something wrong with them, you may not be able to do your regular activities. Hand problems include : Carpal tunnel syndrome - compression of a nerve as it goes through the wrist, often making your fingers feel numb Injuries that result in fractures (broken bones), ruptured ligaments and dislocations Osteoarthritis…
Read more about Hand Injuries and Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- HydrocortisoneCorticosteroid [EPC]›
- DexamethasoneCorticosteroid [EPC]›
- NaproxenNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]›
- Aconitum Napellus, Aesculus Hippocastanum, Colocynthis, Gnaphalium Polycephalum, Hypericum Perforatum, Magnesia Phosphorica, Plumbum Metallicum, Rhus Tox, Arnica Montana›
- Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate, Bupivacaine Hydrochloride, Povidine Iodine›
- Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate, Lidocaine Hydrochloride, Povidine Iodine›
- Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate, Ropivacaine Hydrochloride, Povidine Iodine›
- Naproxen OralNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]›
- Prednisolone OralCorticosteroid [EPC]›
- Prednisone D/pCorticosteroid [EPC]›
- Trolamine Salicylate›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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