Drug-induced gout, right hip

This code signifies an acute inflammatory arthritis of the right hip joint caused by a medication. It is characterized by the deposition of uric acid crystals within the joint, leading to sudden and severe pain, swelling, and redness. The condition is a direct adverse effect of a prescribed or illicit drug.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates gout in the right hip that is attributed to a drug. This diagnosis requires a causal link between a specific medication and the onset or exacerbation of gout symptoms in the specified joint. Supporting documentation should include the drug name and evidence of gout.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "drug-induced" and specifies the right hip.
• Do not use this code for primary gout or gout due to other secondary causes.
• Code the adverse effect of the drug (T36-T50 with 5th or 6th character 5) as a secondary diagnosis to identify the causative medication.