M19.90
Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue Billable
Quick Reference
Generalized or multi-joint osteoarthritis without specification of exact location
Clinical Information
When to Use This Code
Generalized or multi-joint osteoarthritis without specification of exact location
Common Clinical Scenarios
- Polyarticular osteoarthritis
- Multiple joint pain with degenerative changes
- Generalized OA on NSAIDs
- Arthritis affecting hands, knees, hips
Documentation Requirements
- Specify affected joints when possible for more accurate coding
- Document imaging findings
- Record functional impact on ADLs
- Note systemic vs. localized involvement
Coding Guidelines
Inclusion Terms
These terms are included in this code:
Osteoarthritis NOSDegenerative arthritisDegenerative joint disease (DJD)
Exclusion Terms
Do NOT use this code for:
- Spine arthropathy (M47.-)
- Rheumatoid arthritis (M05.-M06.-)
Coding Notes
Code more specifically by joint when location documented
Use primary OA codes (M15-M19) by site when possible
This is a non-specific code; prefer site-specific codes
Related ICD-10 Codes
Consider these related codes based on patient presentation:
Automate Your Coding
Let OrbDoc AI automatically suggest ICD-10 codes based on your clinical documentation.
Request Demo Learn MoreCode Details
Code
M19.90
Category
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
Billable Status
Billable
Need Coding Help?
Our medical coding specialists can help you navigate complex coding scenarios.
Contact UsStreamline Your Medical Documentation
OrbDoc AI automatically generates clinical documentation and suggests appropriate ICD-10 codes, saving you hours of administrative work.