M67.5

⚠ Non-billable (Header)

Plica syndrome

Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)

⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.

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Also Known As

Plica knee

❌ Excludes1

inherited

Rules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.

  • palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren] (M72.0)
  • tendinitis NOS (M77.9-)
  • xanthomatosis localized to tendons (E78.2)

Clinical Description

ICD-10-CM code M67.5 represents plica syndrome. This code falls under the Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.

This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. There are 3 more specific child codes under M67.5. Coders should note that M67.5 has 3 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ICD-10 code M67.5?

ICD-10-CM code M67.5 is "Plica syndrome". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99).

Is M67.5 a billable ICD-10 code?

No, M67.5 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.

What codes are excluded with M67.5?

M67.5 has 3 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.

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Code Information

CodeM67.5
BillableNo — Header code
ParentM67
CategoryDiseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
Excludes13 rule(s)
Excludes20 note(s)
Child codes3

Data Source

CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List

Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)