M25.6 Non-Billable Code
Stiffness of joint, not elsewhere classified
Chapter Classification
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
Section Detail
M20-M25
Other joint disorders (M20-M25)
Code Hierarchy
This code is a child of M25.
As a non-billable code, it requires more specific digits to be used on a medical claim.
As a non-billable code, it requires more specific digits to be used on a medical claim.
Coding Guidelines & Notes
excludes1
- ankylosis of joint (M24.6-)
- contracture of joint (M24.5-)
More Specific Diagnosis Codes
This code is not billable as it requires a higher level of specificity. Select a more specific code below.
- M25.60 - Stiffness of unspecified joint, not elsewhere classified Billable
- M25.61 - Stiffness of shoulder, not elsewhere classified
- M25.62 - Stiffness of elbow, not elsewhere classified
- M25.63 - Stiffness of wrist, not elsewhere classified
- M25.64 - Stiffness of hand, not elsewhere classified
- M25.65 - Stiffness of hip, not elsewhere classified
- M25.66 - Stiffness of knee, not elsewhere classified
- M25.67 - Stiffness of ankle and foot, not elsewhere classified
- M25.69 - Stiffness of other specified joint, not elsewhere classified Billable
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