Osteoarthritis
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · also known as arthritis, degenerative joint disease
M19.90BillableUnspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified siteView code details →What this means for your family
Osteoarthritis is 'wear-and-tear' joint disease — cartilage thins and joints ache and stiffen. M19.90 is the unspecified-site form. It's manageable: movement, weight support, physical therapy, and pain strategies keep joints working and protect independence.
Your first steps
- →Ask which joints are affected and what activity is safe and helpful.
- →Ask about physical therapy — the right exercises reduce pain and protect joints.
- →Build a simple pain-management plan together rather than guessing.
Questions to ask your care team
- ?What exercise is safe and good for my joints?
- ?What are my options for managing pain day to day?
- ?When should we consider injections or a specialist?
Sources: MedlinePlus (NIH/NLM)
For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Talk to your care team about your situation.
How Eleplan helps with osteoarthritis
- Keep medications, therapy plans, and appointments in one place.
- Ellie preps visits with what's improved and what still hurts.
- Track what helps so the plan keeps getting better.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICD-10 code for osteoarthritis?
The ICD-10-CM code for osteoarthritis is M19.90 (Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site).
Is M19.90 a billable code?
Yes — M19.90 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement.
What else is osteoarthritis called?
Osteoarthritis is also known as arthritis, degenerative joint disease.
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