M10.2
Non-Billable

Drug-induced gout

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Drug-induced gout?

ICD-10-CM M10.2 is the diagnosis code for Drug-induced 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.

Coding Guidelines for M10.2

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.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where M10.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
M10.20Drug-induced gout, unspecified siteBillableM10.21Drug-induced gout, shoulderNon-BillableM10.211Drug-induced gout, right shoulderBillableM10.212Drug-induced gout, left shoulderBillableM10.219Drug-induced gout, unspecified shoulderBillableM10.22Drug-induced gout, elbowNon-BillableM10.221Drug-induced gout, right elbowBillableM10.222Drug-induced gout, left elbowBillableM10.229Drug-induced gout, unspecified elbowBillableM10.23Drug-induced gout, wristNon-BillableM10.231Drug-induced gout, right wristBillableM10.232Drug-induced gout, left wristBillableM10.239Drug-induced gout, unspecified wristBillableM10.24Drug-induced gout, handNon-BillableM10.241Drug-induced gout, right handBillableM10.242Drug-induced gout, left handBillableM10.249Drug-induced gout, unspecified handBillableM10.25Drug-induced gout, hipNon-BillableM10.251Drug-induced gout, right hipBillableM10.252Drug-induced gout, left hipBillableM10.259Drug-induced gout, unspecified hipBillableM10.26Drug-induced gout, kneeNon-BillableM10.261Drug-induced gout, right kneeBillableM10.262Drug-induced gout, left kneeBillableM10.269Drug-induced gout, unspecified kneeBillableM10.27Drug-induced gout, ankle and footNon-BillableM10.271Drug-induced gout, right ankle and footBillableM10.272Drug-induced gout, left ankle and footBillableM10.279Drug-induced gout, unspecified ankle and footBillableM10.28Drug-induced gout, vertebraeBillableM10.29Drug-induced gout, multiple sitesBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is M10.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, M10.2 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does M10.2 mean?

M10.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Drug-induced 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 M10.2?

The parent code of M10.2 is M10 ("Gout"). M10.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is M10.2 in?

M10.2 is located in Section M05-M14 — "Inflammatory polyarthropathies" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of M10.2?

M10.2 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M10.20, M10.21, M10.22, M10.23, M10.24 and more.

When should I use M10.2?

Use M10.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Drug-induced 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 Drug-induced gout?

The ICD-10-CM code for Drug-induced gout is M10.2.

Can M10.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, M10.2 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is M10.2 in?

M10.2 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is M10.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, M10.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousM10.19Lead-induced gout, multiple sitesNext →M10.20Drug-induced gout, unspecified site
Code Details
M10.2
Drug-induced 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