ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for M79.0
Rheumatism, unspecified
Coding Notes & Guidelines for M79.0
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- fibromyalgia (M79.7)
- palindromic rheumatism (M12.3-)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code M79.0 (Rheumatism)
ICD-10-CM code M79.0 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM M79.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about M79.0 - Rheumatism, unspecified. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Rheumatism related to unspecified.