M10.0
Non-Billable

Idiopathic gout

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Idiopathic gout?

ICD-10-CM M10.0 is the diagnosis code for Idiopathic gout. 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for M10.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Gouty bursitis
  • Primary gout

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M10.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
M10.00Idiopathic gout, unspecified siteBillableM10.01Idiopathic gout, shoulderNon-BillableM10.011Idiopathic gout, right shoulderBillableM10.012Idiopathic gout, left shoulderBillableM10.019Idiopathic gout, unspecified shoulderBillableM10.02Idiopathic gout, elbowNon-BillableM10.021Idiopathic gout, right elbowBillableM10.022Idiopathic gout, left elbowBillableM10.029Idiopathic gout, unspecified elbowBillableM10.03Idiopathic gout, wristNon-BillableM10.031Idiopathic gout, right wristBillableM10.032Idiopathic gout, left wristBillableM10.039Idiopathic gout, unspecified wristBillableM10.04Idiopathic gout, handNon-BillableM10.041Idiopathic gout, right handBillableM10.042Idiopathic gout, left handBillableM10.049Idiopathic gout, unspecified handBillableM10.05Idiopathic gout, hipNon-BillableM10.051Idiopathic gout, right hipBillableM10.052Idiopathic gout, left hipBillableM10.059Idiopathic gout, unspecified hipBillableM10.06Idiopathic gout, kneeNon-BillableM10.061Idiopathic gout, right kneeBillableM10.062Idiopathic gout, left kneeBillableM10.069Idiopathic gout, unspecified kneeBillableM10.07Idiopathic gout, ankle and footNon-BillableM10.071Idiopathic gout, right ankle and footBillableM10.072Idiopathic gout, left ankle and footBillableM10.079Idiopathic gout, unspecified ankle and footBillableM10.08Idiopathic gout, vertebraeBillableM10.09Idiopathic gout, multiple sitesBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is M10.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M10.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M10.0 mean?

M10.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Idiopathic gout". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of M10.0?

The parent code of M10.0 is M10 ("Gout"). M10.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M10.0 in?

M10.0 is located in Section M05-M14 — "Inflammatory polyarthropathies" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M10.0?

M10.0 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M10.00, M10.01, M10.02, M10.03, M10.04 and more.

When should I use M10.0?

Use M10.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Idiopathic gout" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Idiopathic gout?

The ICD-10-CM code for Idiopathic gout is M10.0.

Can M10.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M10.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M10.0 in?

M10.0 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is M10.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, M10.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
M10.0
Idiopathic gout
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
13 — Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
M05-M14 — Inflammatory polyarthropathies
2026 ICD-10-CM