M34.8Header code — not billable
Other forms of systemic sclerosis
- Chapter
- 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
- Category
- M34
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category M34
M34Systemic sclerosis [scleroderma]M34.0Progressive systemic sclerosisYesM34.1CR(E)ST syndromeYesM34.2Systemic sclerosis induced by drug and chemicalYesM34.81Systemic sclerosis with lung involvementYesM34.82Systemic sclerosis with myopathyYesM34.83Systemic sclerosis with polyneuropathyYesM34.89Other systemic sclerosisYesM34.9Systemic sclerosis, unspecifiedYes
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code M34.8?
M34.8 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Other forms of systemic sclerosis.
Is M34.8 a billable code?
No. M34.8 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is M34.8 in?
M34.8 falls under Chapter 13: Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue.
When did M34.8 become effective?
M34.8 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to M34.8?
M34.8 belongs to category M34, which includes 9 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.