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M02.339

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Reiter's disease, unspecified wrist

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 94Reactive and Specified Arthropathies
0.000
V24HCC 40Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.307
ESRDHCC 40Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.000
RxHCCHCC 83Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.000

What This Code Means

Reiter's disease of the wrist when the specific side is not documented or when bilateral wrist involvement is present.

Coding Tips

  • Avoid this unspecified code by querying documentation for laterality information
  • If both wrists are affected, code both M02.331 and M02.332 rather than using the unspecified code

Clinical Significance

Reiter's disease affecting unspecified wrist indicates reactive arthritis when laterality documentation is insufficient or bilateral wrist involvement exists. This chronic inflammatory condition significantly impacts hand function and requires comprehensive management with ongoing monitoring.

Documentation Requirements

  • Documented diagnosis of Reiter's disease involving wrist joint(s)
  • Clinical justification for unspecified laterality or bilateral involvement
  • Evidence of triggering infection preceding arthritis onset
  • Assessment of wrist joint inflammation and functional limitations
  • Laboratory studies demonstrating inflammatory process
  • Treatment plan including disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs
  • Evaluation for characteristic extra-articular manifestations
  • Impact assessment on activities of daily living and occupational function

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