M36.8

Billable

Systemic disorders of connective tissue in other diseases classified elsewhere

M36.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Systemic disorders of connective tissue in other diseases classified elsewhere. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
M00-M99
Parent
M36
Edition
FY2026

M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Your connective tissue supports many different parts of your body, such as your skin, eyes, and heart. It is like a "cellular glue" that gives your body parts their shape and helps keep them strong. It also helps some of your tissues do their work. It is made of many kinds of proteins. Cartilage and fat are types of connective tissue. Over 200 disorders that impact connective tissue. There are different types:…

Read more about Connective Tissue Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Code first

  • underlying disease, such as:
  • alkaptonuria (E70.29)
  • hypogammaglobulinemia (D80.-)
  • ochronosis (E70.29)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code M36.8?
M36.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Systemic disorders of connective tissue in other diseases classified elsewhere". It falls under M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
Is M36.8 a billable code?
Yes — M36.8 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

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

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