Ganglion Cyst ICD-10-CM Codes

Ganglion Cyst ICD-10-CM Codes

Learn about the ICD-10 codes used for diagnosing ganglion cysts, including the clinical information, synonyms & billability with Carepatron.

By Priya Singh on Aug 8, 2025.

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What ICD-10 codes are used for ganglion cyst?

The ICD-10 codes, or International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, are universally recognized codes used to classify and code all diagnoses, symptoms, and procedures recorded in conjunction with hospital care.

Among these, the following are the commonly used codes for Ganglion Cysts under M67: Other disorders of synovium and tendon:

M67.40: Ganglion, unspecified site

M67.41: Ganglion, shoulder

  • M67.411: Ganglion, right shoulder
  • M67.412: Ganglion, left shoulder
  • M67.419: Ganglion, unspecified shoulder

M67.42: Ganglion, elbow

  • M67.421: Ganglion, right elbow
  • M67.422: Ganglion, left elbow
  • M67.429: Ganglion, unspecified elbow

M67.43: Ganglion, wrist

  • M67.431: Ganglion, right wrist
  • M67.432: Ganglion, left wrist
  • M67.439: Ganglion, unspecified wrist

M67.44: Ganglion, hand

  • M67.441: Ganglion, right hand
  • M67.442: Ganglion, left hand
  • M67.449: Ganglion, unspecified hand

M67.45: Ganglion, hip

  • M67.451: Ganglion, right hip
  • M67.452: Ganglion, left hip
  • M67.459: Ganglion, unspecified hip

M67.46: Ganglion, knee

  • M67.451: Ganglion, right knee
  • M67.452: Ganglion, left knee
  • M67.459: Ganglion, unspecified knee

M67.47: Ganglion, ankle and foot

  • M67.471: Ganglion, right ankle and foot
  • M67.472: Ganglion, left ankle and foot
  • M67.479: Ganglion, unspecified ankle and foot

M67.48: Ganglion, other site

M67.49: Ganglion, multiple sites

You can refer to Carepatron's Ganglion Cyst ICD Codes to discover their use in medical billing and coding.

Which ganglion cyst ICD codes are billable?

Codes M67.40, M67.48, M67.49, and all of the more specific aforementioned codes are valid and billable.

Clinical information

  • Ganglion cysts are benign lumps that usually form along the tendons or joints of the hands and wrists.
  • These cysts can also develop in other parts of the body, including the ankles and feet, although cysts in the shoulder and knee areas are rarer.
  • The exact cause of the formation of ganglion cysts remains unclear. However, they may result from trauma, overuse of a joint, or degenerative changes in the tissues.
  • The size of these cysts is not constant. They can change size, often diminishing spontaneously, only to reappear over time.
  • A significant proportion of ganglion cysts, while generally causing some degree of discomfort or pain (especially following acute or repetitive trauma), may not exhibit any symptoms. Most of these cysts may be asymptomatic, with their presence only noticeable due to their physical appearance.

Synonyms include

  • Ganglia
  • Synovial cyst
  • Gideon's disease
  • Bible cyst
  • Wrist ganglion

Commonly asked questions

A Ganglion Cyst ICD code should be used whenever a healthcare provider diagnoses a ganglion cyst. These codes are used for medical record-keeping, insurance billing purposes, and statistical tracking of diseases.

Common treatments for ganglion cysts include monitoring without treatment, nonsurgical methods such as aspiration, and surgical removal. Physical therapy can also help improve joint motion and shrink the cyst.

A diagnosis code for Ganglion Cyst is a standardized code that healthcare providers use to classify and record a diagnosis of a ganglion cyst. This code is crucial for documentation, billing, and medical research purposes.

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