2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M24.441Recurrent dislocation, right hand

ICD-10-CM Codes›M00–M99›M20-M25›M24

ICD-10-CM M24.441
CMSSource: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026

M24.441 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for recurrent dislocation, right hand. 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 recurrent dislocation of bilateral hand joints. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Other specified joint disorders.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
M24.441
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Recurrent dislocation, right hand
Short Description
Recurrent dislocation, right hand
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
M24.44
Recurrent dislocation, hand and finger(s)

Code Classification

ChapterM00–M99Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
SectionM20-M25Other joint disorders
CategoryM24Other specific joint derangements
This CodeM24.441Recurrent dislocation, right hand

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Recurrent dislocation of bilateral hand joints
  • Recurrent dislocation of joint of hand
  • Recurrent dislocation of joint of left hand
  • Recurrent dislocation of joint of right hand

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

Dislocations

Dislocations are joint injuries that force the ends of your bones out of position. The cause is often a fall or a blow, sometimes from playing a contact sport. You can dislocate your ankles, knees, shoulders, hips, elbows and jaw. You can also dislocate your finger and toe joints.

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Convert M24.441 to ICD-9-CMHistory

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

ICD-9-CM
718.34 Recur dislocat-hand
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 M24.441Overview

Is M24.441 (Recurrent dislocation, hand and finger(s)) a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report recurrent dislocation, right hand on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

What MS-DRG does M24.441 group to?

When recurrent dislocation, right hand 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 M24.441?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, recurrent dislocation, right hand converts to ICD-9-CM 718.34 (recur dislocat-hand). 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.