M35.3

Billable

Polymyalgia rheumatica

M35.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for Polymyalgia rheumatica. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M35
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Polymyalgia rheumatica is a disorder that causes muscle pain and stiffness in your neck, shoulders, and hips. It is most common in women and almost always occurs in people over 50. The main symptom is stiffness after resting. Other symptoms include fever , weakness and weight loss. In some cases, polymyalgia rheumatica develops overnight. In others, it is gradual. The cause of polymyalgia rheumatica is unknown.…

Read more about Polymyalgia Rheumatica at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • polymyalgia rheumatica with giant cell arteritis (M31.5)

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

MedlinePlus · NIH

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M35.3?
M35.3 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Polymyalgia rheumatica". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M35.3 a billable code?
Yes — M35.3 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from M35.3?
Excludes1 (not coded here): polymyalgia rheumatica with giant cell arteritis (M31.5).

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

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