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M08.452

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Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, left hip

HCC Category Mapping

V28HCC 93Rheumatoid Arthritis and Inflammatory Connective Tissue Disease
0.175
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

A type of childhood arthritis affecting only a few joints, specifically involving the left hip. This causes inflammation and potential joint damage in the hip area.

Coding Tips

  • Verify left hip is the affected side in the medical documentation
  • Hip involvement may require physical therapy and functional assessment documentation

Clinical Significance

Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis affecting the left hip represents a chronic inflammatory condition requiring comprehensive pediatric rheumatologic care. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent joint destruction, growth abnormalities, and functional impairment that can significantly impact the child's development and long-term mobility.

Documentation Requirements

  • Physician documentation of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with pauciarticular pattern
  • Clear specification of left hip joint involvement
  • Clinical evidence of joint inflammation (pain, swelling, limited range of motion)
  • Pediatric onset documentation (before age 16)
  • Inflammatory markers and rheumatologic laboratory studies
  • Imaging studies showing joint involvement when performed
  • Assessment of functional limitations and impact on daily activities
  • Multidisciplinary care plan including rheumatology management

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