2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M95.3Acquired deformity of neck

ICD-10-CM Codes›M00–M99›M95›M95

ICD-10-CM M95.3
CMSSource: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027

M95.3 is a billable ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for acquired deformity of neck. It is valid on HIPAA claims for fiscal year 2027 (October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027) and groups to MS-DRG 564 through 566. In AHRQ's Clinical Classifications Software (CCSR), this diagnosis falls under Acquired deformities (excluding foot).

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
M95.3
Billable Status
Yes — Valid for Submission
Code Describes
Acquired deformity of neck
Short Description
Acquired deformity of neck
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Parent Code
M95
Other acquired deformities of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

Code Classification

ChapterM00–M99Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
SectionM95Other disorders of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
CategoryM95Other acquired deformities of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
This CodeM95.3Acquired deformity of neck

Approximate SynonymsGuidance

Alternate terms and clinical phrases that map to this code.

  • Acquired deformity of neck
  • Antecollis
  • Deformity of neck
  • Enlargement of neck
  • Finding of measures of neck
  • Finding of size of neck

Instructional NotesGuidance

Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to M95.3: its own notes plus those printed at M95 and Chapter 13. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.

Excludes2

Not included here: the excluded condition is not part of this code, but a patient may have both, so both codes may be reported.

From M95 Other acquired deformities of musculoskeletal system and connective tissue applies to 10 codes
  • acquired absence of limbs and organs (Z89-Z90)
  • acquired deformities of limbs (M20-M21)
  • congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system (Q65-Q79)
  • deforming dorsopathies (M40-M43)
  • dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] (M26.-)
  • postprocedural musculoskeletal disorders (M96.-)
From Chapter 13 (M00-M99) Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue applies to 6,687 codes
  • arthropathic psoriasis (L40.5-)
  • certain conditions originating in the perinatal period (P04-P96)
  • certain infectious and parasitic diseases (A00-B99)
  • compartment syndrome (traumatic) (T79.A-)
  • complications of pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium (O00-O9A)
  • congenital malformations, deformations, and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99)
  • endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases (E00-E88)
  • injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
  • neoplasms (C00-D49)
  • symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R94)

Notes

General instructions on how these codes are used.

From Chapter 13 (M00-M99) Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue applies to 6,687 codes
  • Use an external cause code following the code for the musculoskeletal condition, if applicable, to identify the cause of the musculoskeletal condition

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular List. How to read instructional notes.

Index to Diseases and InjuriesGuidance

Alphabetical index entries that point to this code.

Clinical ClassificationClinical

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

CCSR MUS023
Acquired deformities (excluding foot)
Default principal diagnosis: inpatient Yes · outpatient Yes

Patient EducationClinical

Neck Injuries and Disorders

Any part of your neck - muscles, bones, joints, tendons, ligaments, or nerves - can cause neck problems. Neck pain is very common. Pain may also come from your shoulder, jaw, head, or upper arms.

Read the full article at MedlinePlus

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Convert M95.3 to ICD-9-CMHistory

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

ICD-9-CM
738.2 Acq neck deformity
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 2017–2026No changes
FY 2027CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Questions About M95.3Overview

What is the ICD-10 code for acquired deformity of neck?

The ICD-10-CM code for acquired deformity of neck is M95.3 (sometimes written as M953). It is billable on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Is M95.3 a billable code?

Yes. This is a billable ICD-10-CM code, specific enough to report acquired deformity of neck on HIPAA-covered claims from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

What MS-DRG does M95.3 group to?

When acquired deformity of neck is the principal diagnosis on an inpatient stay, it groups to MS-DRG 564, 566, 565, with relative weights from 0.7374 to 1.4909 depending on complications. Higher weights mean higher Medicare reimbursement.

What is the ICD-9 equivalent of M95.3?

Under the General Equivalence Mappings, acquired deformity of neck converts to ICD-9-CM 738.2 (acq neck deformity). The mapping is approximate, so confirm the match fits the documentation.