Rheumatoid polyneurop w rheumatoid arthritis of right wrist

This code signifies a peripheral nerve disorder, specifically polyneuropathy, that is directly caused by or associated with rheumatoid arthritis. The polyneuropathy affects multiple peripheral nerves, and the rheumatoid arthritis specifically involves the right wrist. This indicates both systemic autoimmune inflammation and its neurological complication in a specific joint.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of rheumatoid polyneuropathy and specifies that the rheumatoid arthritis affects the right wrist. This code is appropriate when the polyneuropathy is considered a manifestation or complication of the underlying rheumatoid arthritis. Supporting documentation should include diagnostic findings for both rheumatoid arthritis and polyneuropathy, along with the specific joint involvement.

• Always sequence the underlying rheumatoid arthritis code (e.g., M05.xx) first, followed by this code.
• Ensure documentation specifies "polyneuropathy" and not a mononeuropathy or other neurological complication.
• Verify the laterality of the wrist involvement (right, left, or bilateral) as specific codes exist for each.