M08.8

Non-billable

Other juvenile arthritis

M08.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other juvenile arthritis. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as M08.80 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M08
Subcodes
10
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is arthritis? If you feel pain and stiffness in your body or have trouble moving around, you might have arthritis. Any disorder that affects the joints is often called arthritis. Joints are places where two bones meet, such as your elbow or knee. Most types of arthritis can cause joint pain and inflammation (swelling). Over time, a swollen joint can become severely damaged. Some kinds of arthritis can also…

Read more about Arthritis at MedlinePlus ↗

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

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M08.8?
M08.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other juvenile arthritis". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M08.8 a billable code?
No — M08.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as M08.80) for billing.
What are the subcodes of M08.8?
M08.8 has 10 more specific child codes, including M08.80, M08.81, M08.82.

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

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