M08.1

Billable

Juvenile ankylosing spondylitis

M08.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for Juvenile ankylosing spondylitis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M08
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is ankylosing spondylitis? Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis of the spine. It causes inflammation (swelling) between your vertebrae (the bones that make up your spine) and the joints between your spine and pelvis. AS inflammation can cause stiffness and make it difficult to move and bend. Symptoms of AS can range from mild to severe back pain. Over time, AS can fuse (grow together) your…

Read more about Ankylosing Spondylitis at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • ankylosing spondylitis in adults (M45.0-)

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 M08.1?
M08.1 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Juvenile ankylosing spondylitis". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M08.1 a billable code?
Yes — M08.1 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from M08.1?
Excludes1 (not coded here): ankylosing spondylitis in adults (M45.0-).

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

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