Drug-induced gout, right elbow

This code signifies an acute inflammatory arthritis of the right elbow caused by an adverse reaction to a medication. It specifically identifies gout that has been induced by a drug, rather than primary or secondary gout from other etiologies.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of gout in the right elbow and explicitly links its onset or exacerbation to a specific drug. Supporting documentation should include a physician's assessment of drug causality and the affected joint.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "drug-induced" and not just "gout."
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right elbow."
• Always code the adverse effect of the drug first, followed by the drug itself (T36-T50 with a 5th or 6th character of 5).