Hemarthrosis, right ankle

This code represents bleeding into the joint space of the right ankle. This condition can cause pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the affected joint, often resulting from trauma, coagulopathies, or other underlying medical conditions.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates the presence of blood within the right ankle joint. This diagnosis is typically supported by imaging studies (e.g., MRI, ultrasound) or aspiration of bloody synovial fluid, confirming hemarthrosis specifically in the right ankle.

• Ensure laterality is accurately documented; this code is specific to the right ankle.
• Investigate and code any underlying cause of the hemarthrosis, such as trauma (e.g., fracture, sprain) or a bleeding disorder, as a primary or secondary diagnosis.
• Differentiate from other forms of ankle effusion (e.g., serous, purulent) which would be coded differently.