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    ICD-10-CM Code For Fibroblastic Disorders: Group Overview

    The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group M72 includes diagnoses of fibroblastic disorders characterized by localized fibrous proliferation of soft tissues such as palmar and plantar fibromatoses and other fascial fibrosing conditions. These ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are used to document the presence, location, and clinical features of fibromatous lesions, capturing disease severity, functional impairment, or recurrence risk relevant to this group. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-CM M72 group supports proper claim adjudication, complete clinical documentation, and appropriate reimbursement.

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    ICD-10-CM M72: Fibroblastic Disorders Overview

    The ICD-10-CM M72 group covers fibroblastic disorders involving abnormal proliferation or fibrosis of soft tissues, including conditions such as plantar fibromatosis and palmar fibromatosis. These diagnoses target the musculoskeletal and connective tissue systems, often affecting fascia and subcutaneous tissues. Accurate coding matters for correct reimbursement and ensures clinical records reflect disease extent and treatment needs.

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    When to Use

    Use a code from this group when a clinical diagnosis documents a fibroblastic or fibromatous lesion such as palmar fibromatosis (Dupuytren-type) or plantar fibromatosis. Codes apply when documentation specifies the fibrous proliferation location, laterality, or clinical manifestations relevant to treatment or billing.

    ICD-10-CM Codes

    7 rows

    ICD-10-CM CodeDescription
    M72.0Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
    M72.1Knuckle pads
    M72.2Plantar fascial fibromatosis
    M72.4Pseudosarcomatous fibromatosis
    M72.6Necrotizing fasciitis
    M72.8Other fibroblastic disorders
    M72.9Fibroblastic disorder, unspecified

    DRG Codes

    2 rows

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

    Typical Clinical Scenarios

    • An older adult presents to primary care with progressive, painless thickening and puckering of the palmar fascia causing fixed flexion contractures of the ring and small fingers over months, impairing grip and activities of daily living; the clinician documents a chronic fibromatosis of the palmar fascia after physical exam and may order hand therapy or refer to orthopedics, so a localized palmar fibromatosis code is assigned. Typical codes: M72.0
    • A middle-aged patient reports a slowly enlarging, firm subcutaneous nodule on the dorsal foot that is tender with prolonged standing; ultrasound suggests a benign fibrous proliferation of the plantar fascia region, and the diagnosis of plantar fibromatosis is recorded during outpatient evaluation and conservative management planning. Typical codes: M72.2
    • A patient with a prior traumatic injury to the forearm develops a painful, rapidly enlarging subcutaneous mass with overlying skin tethering and decreased range of motion; after imaging and biopsy confirm a nodular fibroblastic proliferation consistent with a secondary nodular fibrosing lesion or posttraumatic fibroblastic disorder, a specific soft tissue fibromatosis code is used as a comorbid fibrotic complication. Typical codes: M72.8, M72.9

    Related Codes

    M70-SOFT-TISSUE-DISORDERS-RELATED-TO-USE

    ICD-10-CM Code For Soft Tissue Disorders Related To Use Overuse And Pressure: Group Overview

    M71-OTHER-BURSOPATHIES

    ICD-10-CM Code For Other Bursopathies: Group Overview

    M75-SHOULDER-LESIONS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Shoulder Lesions: Group Overview

    M76-ENTHESOPATHIES-LOWER-LIMB

    ICD-10-CM Code For Enthesopathies Lower Limb Excluding Foot: Group Overview

    M77-OTHER-ENTHESOPATHIES

    ICD-10-CM Code For Other Enthesopathies: Group Overview

    M79-OTHER-SOFT-TISSUE-DISORDERS

    ICD-10-CM Code For Other And Unspecified Soft Tissue Disorders Not Elsewhere Classified: Group Overview

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    References

    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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