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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Inflammatory Arthritis

ICD-10 Coding for Inflammatory Arthritis

M05.711
M06.9

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for inflammatory arthritis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Arthritis
Seronegative Arthritis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Inflammatory Arthritis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Inflammatory Arthritis

Use ICD-10 code M05.711 for rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right shoulder, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right shoulder

Billable Code
M05.711
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Presence of RF and synovitis in the right shoulder

Applicable To

  • • Seropositive rheumatoid arthritis

Important Notes

  • • Ensure RF positivity is documented to avoid misclassification.

Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified

Billable Code
M06.9
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Clinical diagnosis of RA without specific serological markers

Applicable To

  • • Unspecified rheumatoid arthritis

Important Notes

  • • Avoid using unless absolutely necessary; strive for more specific coding.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Z79.52

Long term (current) use of systemic steroids

Use when patient is on long-term steroid therapy for RA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for inflammatory arthritis?

The ICD-10 code for inflammatory arthritis primarily falls under M05-M06, which includes rheumatoid arthritis and related conditions.

How do you document inflammatory arthritis?

Document inflammatory arthritis by specifying serological status, affected joints, and treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive clinical details.

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