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M79.10 — Myalgia, unspecified site
M79.10
What this code means
Myalgia means muscle pain; the site is not specified here.
Also called: myalgia, muscle pain.
When this code is used
Used for myalgia, unspecified site.
Where it sits in ICD-10-CM
Code M79.10 belongs to Chapter 13: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue, which covers codes M00–M99 in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM tabular list. The official description above is copied verbatim from the CDC/NCHS FY2027 code file.
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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10-CM code M79.10?
M79.10 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for “Myalgia, unspecified site”. Myalgia means muscle pain; the site is not specified here.
When is code M79.10 used?
Used for myalgia, unspecified site. It belongs to Chapter 13 of ICD-10-CM (Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue).
This guide explains ICD-10-CM codes in plain language for patients, students and other readers. It is educational information only — not coding, billing or medical advice. The code recorded for any real encounter is assigned from the full clinical documentation by the treating team and qualified coders, and only they can decide which code fits a specific case.