Hemarthrosis, right foot

This code signifies the presence of blood within the joint space of the right foot. This condition often results in pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the affected foot joint. It indicates an acute or chronic accumulation of blood, distinct from other joint effusions.

This code is appropriate when documentation explicitly states hemarthrosis affecting a joint in the right foot. Common scenarios include post-traumatic injuries, coagulopathies, or complications following foot surgery where bleeding into the joint is observed. Physician notes must clearly specify "hemarthrosis" and the "right foot" as the anatomical site.

• Ensure documentation specifies "hemarthrosis" and not just "effusion" or "swelling" to differentiate from other joint fluid collections.
• Verify laterality (right foot) is clearly documented; separate codes exist for the left foot or unspecified foot.
• Consider sequencing this code after an underlying injury code (e.g., fracture, sprain) if the hemarthrosis is a direct consequence of trauma.