M12.849 – Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, unspecified hand
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Inflammatory polyarthropathies
ICD-10-CM code
M12.849
- Code
M12.849(claims format:M12849)- Description
- Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, unspecified hand
- Short description
- Oth specific arthropathies, NEC, unsp hand
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
- Block
- M05-M14 Inflammatory polyarthropathies
- Parent codes
- M12 › M12.8 › M12.84
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
M12 – Other and unspecified arthropathy
M12.8 – Other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified
Applicable to:
- Transient arthropathy
Related codes in M12.84
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M12.849?
M12.849 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specific arthropathies, not elsewhere classified, unspecified hand, in the block M05-M14 (Inflammatory polyarthropathies).
Is M12.849 a billable code?
Yes. M12.849 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does M12.849 belong to?
It belongs to category M12 – Other and unspecified arthropathy.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.