M06.3
Rheumatoid nodule
Clinical Information
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Subcutaneous nodules seen in 20-30% of rheumatoid arthritis patients. They may arise anywhere on the body, but are most frequently found over the bony prominences. The nodules are characterized histologically by dense areas of fibrinoid necrosis with basophilic streaks and granules, surrounded by a palisade of cells, mainly fibroblasts and histiocytes.
Details
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M06.3 should not be used for reimbursement purposes as there are multiple codes below it that contain a greater level of detail.
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The 2023 edition of ICD-10-CM M06.3 became effective on October 1, 2022.
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This is the American ICD-10-CM version of M06.3 – other international versions of ICD-10 M06.3 may differ.