Rheumatoid nodule
Rheumatoid nodule
M06.3 is a header (parent) code in the ICD-10-CM hierarchy. It is not billable for claim submission. Use one of the billable child codes listed below.
Billable codes in this category
Each of the codes below is billable. Choose the one that most accurately describes the patient's diagnosis.
Rheumatoid nodule at an unspecified anatomic site — a firm subcutaneous granulomatous lesion associated with rheumatoid arthritis when the treating provider has not documented or identified the specific body location.
M06.38 identifies a rheumatoid nodule located at the vertebrae, classified under other rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor involvement as the primary driver.
Rheumatoid nodule, multiple sites — subcutaneous or deep-tissue nodules associated with rheumatoid arthritis occurring at more than one anatomical location simultaneously.