M12.341

What This Code Means

A type of arthritis that causes recurring episodes of joint pain and swelling in the right hand that typically resolve completely between flare-ups.

Coding Tips

• •This code applies to the hand as a whole; if a specific finger or metacarpal joint is affected, ensure the documentation supports hand-level coding
• •The fifth character '1' indicates right side; verify laterality in the medical record before assigning