M06.0
⚠ Non-billable (Header)Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
⚠️ This is a category header code — not billable. Use a more specific child code below.
Child Codes (11)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code M06.0 represents rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor. This code falls under the Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99) classification. It is a non-billable category header code. A more specific child code from the list below must be used for billing and reimbursement purposes.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. There are 11 more specific child codes under M06.0.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code M06.0?
ICD-10-CM code M06.0 is "Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor". It belongs to the category: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99).
Is M06.0 a billable ICD-10 code?
No, M06.0 is a non-billable header code. A more specific child code must be used for billing.
Related Codes in M06
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CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)