Direct infct of r shldr in infec/parastc dis classd elswhr

This code signifies an inflammatory arthritis of the right shoulder joint caused by a direct infection, where the underlying infectious or parasitic disease is classified and coded separately. This condition is often characterized by pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the shoulder, directly attributable to the infectious agent.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates infectious arthritis of the right shoulder and specifies an underlying systemic infectious or parasitic disease (e.g., Lyme disease, tuberculosis, syphilis) that is coded elsewhere. This code is appropriate for cases where the shoulder joint itself is directly infected as a manifestation of the primary infection.

• Always sequence the underlying infectious or parasitic disease code first, followed by this code.
• Ensure documentation specifies "right shoulder" and "direct infection" or "infectious arthritis."
• Do not use for non-infectious inflammatory arthropathies or for infections secondary to trauma or surgery.