ICD-10-CM M17 is the diagnosis code for Osteoarthritis of knee. This code falls under the section "Osteoarthritis" 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 M17 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, M17 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
M17 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Osteoarthritis of knee". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
M17 is located in Section M15-M19 — "Osteoarthritis" within Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
M17 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: M17.0, M17.1, M17.2, M17.3, M17.4 and more.
Use M17 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Osteoarthritis of knee" 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 Osteoarthritis of knee is M17.
No, M17 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
M17 is in Chapter 13 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, M17 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.