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BillableOther specified rheumatoid arthritis, other specified site
M06.8A is the ICD-10-CM code for Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, other specified site. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHRheumatoid arthritis is a disease that causes chronic inflammation that primarily affects the joints. The most common signs and symptoms are pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints. This condition frequently affects the hands and feet, although the shoulders, hips, spine, and knees may become involved in the later stages of the disease. Joints are typically affected in a symmetrical pattern; for example, if…
Read more about Rheumatoid arthritis at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Medications indicated for this condition
FDA labeling- Diclofenac Sodium and MisoprostolProstaglandin E1 Analog [EPC]›
- DiflunisalNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]›
- Ibuprofen and FamotidineHistamine-2 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]›
- Diclofenac Sodium, Capsaicin›
- Lidocaine and MentholAmide Local Anesthetic [EPC]›
- OxaprozinNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]›
- PiroxicamNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]›
- SulindacNonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]›
- CorticotropinAdrenocorticotropic Hormone [EPC]›
- Diclofenac Potassium, Film Coated›
- Diclofenac Sodium D/r›
- Diclofenac Sodium/misoprostolProstaglandin E1 Analog [EPC]›
Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.
Conditions mapped to this code
MedlinePlus · NIHPlain-language health-topic references grounded in MedlinePlus (NIH/NLM).
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code M06.8A?
- M06.8A is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other specified rheumatoid arthritis, other specified site". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
- Is M06.8A a billable code?
- Yes — M06.8A is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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