Rheumatoid bursitis, right wrist

This code signifies inflammation of the bursa (a fluid-filled sac that cushions joints) in the right wrist, specifically due to rheumatoid arthritis. This condition typically presents with pain, swelling, and tenderness in the affected wrist, often exacerbated by movement. It is a localized manifestation of systemic rheumatoid disease.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates bursitis of the right wrist and explicitly links it to a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. This diagnosis is typically supported by physical examination findings, imaging (e.g., ultrasound, MRI) confirming bursal inflammation, and a confirmed diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "rheumatoid" bursitis; otherwise, a non-rheumatoid bursitis code would be more appropriate.
• Verify the laterality (right wrist) is clearly documented.
• This code should be sequenced after the primary rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis (e.g., M05.xx or M06.xx).