M00.80
✓ BillableArthritis due to other bacteria, unspecified joint
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
⚠️ Excludes2
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes.
- • infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal joint prosthesis (T84.5-)
📋 Code Instructions
inherited- • code (B96) to identify bacteria
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code M00.80 represents arthritis due to other bacteria, unspecified joint. This code falls under the Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 6-character code at the 5th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code M00.80?
ICD-10-CM code M00.80 is "Arthritis due to other bacteria, unspecified joint". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99).
Is M00.80 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, M00.80 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
Can M00.80 be coded with other codes?
M00.80 has 1 Excludes2 note(s). These conditions can be coded together if both are documented in the patient record.
Related Codes in M00.8
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)