A18.02
BillableTuberculous arthritis of other joints
A18.02 is the ICD-10-CM code for Tuberculous arthritis of other joints. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
A00-B99 Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHMost kinds of arthritis cause pain and swelling in your joints. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or knee. Infectious arthritis is an infection in the joint. The infection comes from a bacterial, viral, or fungal infection that spreads from another part of the body. Symptoms of infectious arthritis include: Intense pain in the joint Joint redness and swelling Chills and fever Inability to…
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Includes
- •Tuberculosis of hip (joint)
- •Tuberculosis of knee (joint)
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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