2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M72Fibroblastic disorders
M72 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for fibroblastic disorders, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as M72.0, M72.1, M72.2, and M72.4.
Code Identity
Code Classification
Specific Coding for Fibroblastic disordersOverview
Non-specific codes like M72 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:
Tabular List NotesGuidance
Coding notes and annotation back-references applicable to this code.
Type 2 Excludes
- retroperitoneal fibromatosis D48.3
A type 2 excludes note represents "Not included here". An excludes2 note indicates that the condition excluded is not part of the condition represented by the code, but a patient may have both conditions at the same time. When an Excludes2 note appears under a code, it is acceptable to use both the code and the excluded code together, when appropriate.
Patient EducationClinical
Connective Tissue Disorders
Your connective tissue supports many different parts of your body, such as your skin, eyes, and heart. It is like a "cellular glue" that gives your body parts their shape and helps keep them strong. It also helps some of your tissues do their work. It is made of many kinds of proteins. Cartilage and fat are types of connective tissue.
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