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    ICD-10-CM Code For Synovitis And Tenosynovitis: Group Overview

    The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group M65 includes diagnoses for synovitis and tenosynovitis, covering inflammatory conditions of synovial membranes and tendon sheaths that may be acute, chronic, infectious, or related to systemic inflammatory disorders. These ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are used to document clinical presentations involving localized joint or tendon sheath inflammation, symptom severity, affected anatomical site, and any specified underlying cause. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-CM M65 group supports proper claim adjudication, complete clinical documentation, and appropriate reimbursement.

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    ICD-10-CM M65: Synovitis And Tenosynovitis Overview

    The ICD-10-CM M65 group covers inflammatory conditions of the synovial lining and tendon sheaths, including synovitis and tenosynovitis affecting various joints and tendons. These diagnoses target the musculoskeletal system, particularly joints and tendon compartments, and can result from overuse, infection, inflammatory disease, or trauma. Accurate coding matters for reimbursement because it ensures claims reflect the site, laterality, and specific etiology when applicable, supporting appropriate payment and continuity of care.

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    Use a code from this group when clinical documentation indicates synovitis or tenosynovitis with specification of site, laterality, and any identified cause such as infection or systemic inflammatory disease. Select the most specific code available to reflect acuity, underlying etiology, and anatomical location for accurate clinical records and billing.

    ICD-10-CM Codes

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    ICD-10-CM CodeDescription
    M65.00Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified site
    M65.011Abscess of tendon sheath, right shoulder
    M65.012Abscess of tendon sheath, left shoulder
    M65.019Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified shoulder
    M65.021Abscess of tendon sheath, right upper arm
    M65.022Abscess of tendon sheath, left upper arm
    M65.029Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified upper arm
    M65.031Abscess of tendon sheath, right forearm
    M65.032Abscess of tendon sheath, left forearm
    M65.039Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified forearm
    M65.041Abscess of tendon sheath, right hand
    M65.042Abscess of tendon sheath, left hand
    M65.049Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified hand
    M65.051Abscess of tendon sheath, right thigh
    M65.052Abscess of tendon sheath, left thigh
    M65.059Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified thigh
    M65.061Abscess of tendon sheath, right lower leg
    M65.062Abscess of tendon sheath, left lower leg
    M65.069Abscess of tendon sheath, unspecified lower leg
    M65.071Abscess of tendon sheath, right ankle and foot

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    DRG Codes

    2 rows

    DRG CodeDescription
    557Tendonitis, Myositis and Bursitis with MCC
    558Tendonitis, Myositis and Bursitis without MCC

    Related Codes

    M66-SPONTANEOUS-RUPTURE-OF-SYNOVIUM-AND-TENDON

    ICD-10-CM Code For Spontaneous Rupture Of Synovium And Tendon: Group Overview

    M67-OTHER-DISORDERS-OF-SYNOVIUM-AND-TENDON

    ICD-10-CM Code For Other Disorders Of Synovium And Tendon: Group Overview

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    1. 1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
    2. 2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
    3. 3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.
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