2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M24.175Other articular cartilage disorders, left foot

ICD-10-CM Codes›M00–M99›M20-M25›M24

ICD-10-CM M24.175
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

M24.175 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for other articular cartilage disorders, left foot. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2026 (October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026) and groups to MS-DRG 562 through 563. Coders also document this condition as articular cartilage disorder of joint of left foot. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Other specified joint disorders.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
M24.175
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Other articular cartilage disorders, left foot
Short Description
Other articular cartilage disorders, left foot
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
M24.17
Other articular cartilage disorders, ankle and foot

Code Classification

ChapterM00–M99Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
SectionM20-M25Other joint disorders
CategoryM24Other specific joint derangements
This CodeM24.175Other articular cartilage disorders, left foot

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Articular cartilage disorder of joint of left foot

Clinical ClassificationClinical

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

CCSR MUS007
Other specified joint disorders
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Cartilage Disorders

Cartilage is the tough but flexible tissue that covers the ends of your bones at a joint. It also gives shape and support to other parts of your body, such as your ears, nose and windpipe. Healthy cartilage helps you move by allowing your bones to glide over each other.

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Convert M24.175 to ICD-9-CMHistory

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

ICD-9-CM
718.07 Artic cartil dis-ankle
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 M24.175Overview

Is M24.175 (Other articular cartilage disorders, ankle and foot) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report other articular cartilage disorders, left foot on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does M24.175 group to?

When other articular cartilage disorders, left foot is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 562, 563, with relative weights from 0.8955 to 1.4248 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of M24.175?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, other articular cartilage disorders, left foot converts to ICD-9-CM 718.07 (artic cartil dis-ankle). 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.