Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM M06 is the diagnosis code for Other rheumatoid arthritis. This code falls under the section "Inflammatory polyarthropathies" within Chapter 13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where M06 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, M06 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
M06 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Other rheumatoid arthritis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
M06 is located in Section M05-M14 — "Inflammatory polyarthropathies" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
M06 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M06.0, M06.1, M06.2, M06.3, M06.4 and more.
Use M06 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Other rheumatoid arthritis" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Other rheumatoid arthritis is M06.
No, M06 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
M06 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, M06 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.