2025 ICD-10-CM code M14.8
(Valid) Effective Date: N/A Arthropathies - M14.8 13 Feed
Arthropathy in other specified diseases classified elsewhere. Code first underlying disease.
Medical necessity is established by the underlying condition causing the arthropathy. The documentation should support the diagnosis of the underlying disease and its connection to the joint manifestations.
Providers diagnose the condition based on the patient’s history of an underlying condition, physical exam, imaging (X-rays), and lab tests of joint fluid. Treatment may include anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), physical therapy, surgery, or other supportive measures.
In simple words: This code is used when a joint problem is caused by another health issue. It's important to also code the main health problem that's causing the joint issue.
Arthropathy associated with other specified conditions classified elsewhere. The underlying disease should be coded first.
Example 1: A patient with documented Whipple's disease (K90.81) presents with joint pain and swelling. The provider determines the arthropathy is due to the Whipple's disease., A patient with hemochromatosis (E83.11-) experiences chronic joint pain. After examination, the physician determines the joint pain is a result of the underlying hemochromatosis., A patient with hypothyroidism (E03.9) complains of joint stiffness and discomfort. The provider diagnoses arthropathy related to the hypothyroidism.
Documentation of the underlying condition causing the arthropathy is required. This may include medical history, physical exam findings, imaging results, and lab reports.
** Some examples of underlying conditions include amyloidosis (E85.-), erythema multiforme (L51.-), erythema nodosum (L52), hyperparathyroidism (E21.-), sickle-cell disorders (D57.-), and thyrotoxicosis (E05.-).
- Specialties:Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Internal Medicine
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Outpatient Hospital