Drug-induced gout, right hand

This code signifies an inflammatory arthritis caused by medication, specifically affecting the right hand. It is characterized by acute attacks of pain, swelling, and redness in the joints, triggered by drug-induced hyperuricemia.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of gout directly attributable to a prescribed or illicit drug, and the affected joint is in the right hand. Supporting documentation should include a detailed medication history and clinical findings consistent with gout.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly links the gout to a specific drug.
• Verify the laterality is precisely documented as "right hand."
• Do not confuse with primary gout (M10.0-) or gout due to renal impairment (M10.3-).