Version 2024

2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M26.651

Arthropathy of right temporomandibular joint

ICD-10-CM Code:
M26.651
ICD-10 Code for:
Arthropathy of right temporomandibular joint
Is Billable?
Yes - Valid for Submission
Chronic Condition Indicator: [1]
Not chronic
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Code Classification

  • Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
    (M00–M99)
    • Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] and other disorders of jaw
      (M26-M27)
      • Dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion]
        (M26)

M26.651 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of arthropathy of right temporomandibular joint. The code is valid during the current fiscal year for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions from October 01, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Approximate Synonyms

The following clinical terms are approximate synonyms or lay terms that might be used to identify the correct diagnosis code:

  • Arthritis of right temporomandibular joint
  • Capsulitis of right temporomandibular joint
  • Crepitus of right temporomandibular joint on opening
  • Derangement of right temporomandibular joint
  • Derangement of temporomandibular joint
  • Popping of right temporomandibular joint on opening
  • Recurrent dislocation of right temporomandibular joint
  • Recurrent dislocation of temporomandibular joint
  • Recurrent dislocation of temporomandibular joint
  • Recurrent subluxation of right temporomandibular joint
  • Recurrent subluxation of temporomandibular joint
  • Temporomandibular joint capsulitis
  • Temporomandibular joint crepitus
  • Temporomandibular joint crepitus on opening of jaw
  • Temporomandibular joint popping on opening
  • Temporomandibular subluxation

Clinical Classification

Clinical CategoryCCSR Category CodeInpatient Default CCSROutpatient Default CCSR
Any dental condition including traumatic injuryDEN001N - Not default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.N - Not default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.
Disorders of jawMUS029Y - Yes, default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.Y - Yes, default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.
Nontraumatic dental conditionsDEN002N - Not default inpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.N - Not default outpatient assignment for principal diagnosis or first-listed diagnosis.

Replacement Code

M26651 replaces the following previously assigned ICD-10-CM code(s):

  • M26.69 - Other specified disorders of temporomandibular joint

Patient Education


Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to the side of your head. When it works well, it enables you to talk, chew, and yawn. For people with TMJ dysfunction, problems with the joint and muscles around it may cause :

  • Pain that travels through the face, jaw, or neck
  • Stiff jaw muscles
  • Limited movement or locking of the jaw
  • Painful clicking or popping in the jaw
  • A change in the way the upper and lower teeth fit together

Jaw pain may go away with little or no treatment. Treatment may include simple things you can do yourself, such as eating soft foods or applying ice packs. It may also include pain medicines or devices to insert in your mouth. In very rare cases, you might need surgery.

NIH: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - Code Added, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021

Footnotes

[1] Not chronic - A diagnosis code that does not fit the criteria for chronic condition (duration, ongoing medical treatment, and limitations) is considered not chronic. Some codes designated as not chronic are acute conditions. Other diagnosis codes that indicate a possible chronic condition, but for which the duration of the illness is not specified in the code description (i.e., we do not know the condition has lasted 12 months or longer) also are considered not chronic.