ICD-10-CM
ICD-10 code for SLE: M32.9
The CDC title for "SLE" is M32 (Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is M32.9, Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified.
Source: CDC ICD-10-CM FY2027 order file dated June 16, 2026. Publisher page
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Codes under M32, then other CDC titles that name systemic lupus erythematosus
A header groups codes and is not billed. A billable code is one you can report.
- M32Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)Header
- M32.0Drug-induced systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.1Systemic lupus erythematosus with organ or system involvementHeader
- M32.10Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecifiedBillable
- M32.11Endocarditis in systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.12Pericarditis in systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.13Lung involvement in systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.14Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.15Tubulo-interstitial nephropathy in systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.19Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.8Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosusBillable
- M32.9Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecifiedBillable
Excludes1
Excludes1 means these codes are not reported together.
From M32. A note on a category applies to every code under it.
Related conditions
Related pages
- M32.9 code detailsNotes, nearby codes, CMS-HCC group
- Category M32Every code under it
- Chapter 13Diseases of the musculoskeletal system
- ICD-10 codes by conditionA to Z
- Check a list of ICD-10 codes
- Denial code CO-11Diagnosis does not support the procedure
- Denial code CO-146Diagnosis invalid for the date of service
- HCPCS Level II code lookup
Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for SLE?
The CDC title for "SLE" is M32 (Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)), a header that is not billable. When nothing more specific is documented, the billable code is M32.9, Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified.
Is M32.9 billable?
Yes. M32.9 is a billable code in the FY2027 ICD-10-CM file. Use a more specific code when the record documents one.
What documentation notes apply to M32.9?
The CDC tabular list gives 1 Excludes1 note (not coded together) for M32.9 and the categories above it. They are listed on this page.
What chapter is M32.9 in?
Chapter 13. Diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
When do ICD-10-CM codes change?
Every October 1, with the new fiscal year file. Some years add April 1 updates. This page uses the FY2027 file, effective October 1, 2026.