2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M11.162Familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee

ICD-10-CM Codes›M00–M99›M05-M14›M11

ICD-10-CM M11.162
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

M11.162 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 553 through 554. Coders also document this condition as chondrocalcinosis of joint of left knee. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Crystal arthropathies (excluding gout).

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
M11.162
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee
Short Description
Familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
M11.16
Familial chondrocalcinosis, knee

Code Classification

ChapterM00–M99Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
SectionM05-M14Inflammatory polyarthropathies
CategoryM11Other crystal arthropathies
This CodeM11.162Familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Chondrocalcinosis of joint of left knee
  • Chondrocalcinosis of knee joint
  • Degenerative disorder of articular cartilage of left knee
  • Familial calcium pyrophosphate deposition of left knee
  • Familial chondrocalcinosis

Clinical ClassificationClinical

AHRQ’s CCSR groups this code into broader clinical categories.

CCSR MUS034
Crystal arthropathies (excluding gout)
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Gout

Gout is a common type of inflammatory arthritis. It causes pain, swelling, and redness in one or more joints. It usually happens as a flare, which can last for a week or two and then gets better. The flares often begin in your big toe or a lower limb.

The full article covers:

  • What is gout?
  • What causes gout?
  • Who is more likely to develop gout?
  • What are the symptoms of gout?
  • How is gout diagnosed?
  • What are the treatments for gout?

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Convert M11.162 to ICD-9-CMHistory

The closest ICD-9-CM equivalents under the General Equivalence Mappings.

ICD-9-CM
712.36 Chondrocalcin NOS-l/leg
Approximate The match is approximate rather than exact.

Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2025No changes
FY 2026CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

Questions About M11.162Overview

Is M11.162 (Familial chondrocalcinosis, knee) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does M11.162 group to?

When familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 553, 554, with relative weights from 0.8301 to 1.2963 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of M11.162?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, familial chondrocalcinosis, left knee converts to ICD-9-CM 712.36 (chondrocalcin NOS-l/leg). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.

Footnotes

[1] Chronic - a chronic condition code indicates a condition lasting 12 months or longer and its effect on the patient based on one or both of the following criteria:

  • The condition results in the need for ongoing intervention with medical products,treatment, services, and special equipment
  • The condition places limitations on self-care, independent living, and social interactions.