M70.30
✓ BillableOther bursitis of elbow, unspecified elbow
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • bursitis of shoulder (M75.5)
- • enthesopathies (M76-M77)
- • pressure ulcer (pressure area) (L89.-)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • external cause code to identify activity causing disorder (Y93.-)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code M70.30 represents other bursitis of elbow, unspecified elbow. This code falls under the Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that M70.30 has 1 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code M70.30?
ICD-10-CM code M70.30 is "Other bursitis of elbow, unspecified elbow". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99).
Is M70.30 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, M70.30 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with M70.30?
M70.30 has 1 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Can M70.30 be coded with other codes?
M70.30 has 3 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in M70.3
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)