Other juvenile arthritis, left wrist

This code signifies a diagnosis of juvenile arthritis affecting the left wrist, which does not fit into more specific categories of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (e.g., oligoarticular, polyarticular, systemic). It represents an inflammatory joint condition of unknown etiology, with onset before 16 years of age, presenting with symptoms in the left wrist.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of juvenile arthritis localized to the left wrist, and the specific subtype of juvenile idiopathic arthritis is not clearly defined or falls outside the more common classifications. Supporting documentation should include a physician's diagnosis of juvenile arthritis, laterality of the affected joint (left wrist), and exclusion of other specified types.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "juvenile arthritis" and the affected joint is the "left wrist."
• Do not use this code if a more specific type of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (e.g., M08.0x, M08.2x) is documented.
• Always review the full medical record to confirm the exact type and laterality of juvenile arthritis for accurate code assignment.