M00.23

Non-billable

Other streptococcal arthritis, wrist

M00.23 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other streptococcal arthritis, wrist. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M00.231 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M00.2
Subcodes
3
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Most 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…

Read more about Infectious Arthritis at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

Includes

  • Other streptococcal arthritis of carpal bones

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.

Conditions mapped to this code

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M00.23?
M00.23 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other streptococcal arthritis, wrist". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M00.23 a billable code?
No — M00.23 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as M00.231) for billing.
What are the subcodes of M00.23?
M00.23 has 3 more specific child codes, including M00.231, M00.232, M00.239.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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