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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Arthritis Not Otherwise Specified

ICD-10 Coding for Arthritis Not Otherwise Specified

M19.90
M06.9

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for arthritis not otherwise specified includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Arthritis NOS
Unspecified Arthritis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Arthritis Not Otherwise Specified

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Arthritis Not Otherwise Specified

Use ICD-10 code M19.90 for unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

Billable Code
M19.90
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Imaging confirms degenerative changes without inflammation.
documentation:
  • • Documentation lacks specific site or type of osteoarthritis.

Applicable To

  • • Degenerative joint disease
  • • Osteoarthritis NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies degenerative changes without inflammatory markers.

Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified

Billable Code
M06.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Rheumatoid factor/CCP results
  • • Documentation of symmetrical involvement
  • • Morning stiffness duration

Applicable To

  • • Inflammatory arthritis
  • • Rheumatoid arthritis NOS

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation includes serological testing results.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for arthritis not otherwise specified?

The ICD-10 code for arthritis not otherwise specified is M19.90 for unspecified osteoarthritis and M06.9 for unspecified rheumatoid arthritis.

How do you document arthritis not otherwise specified?

Document arthritis not otherwise specified by specifying the type, location, and any imaging or lab findings to support the diagnosis.

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