Acute hematogenous osteomyelitis, right radius and ulna

This code signifies an acute bone infection originating from the bloodstream, specifically affecting the right radius and ulna. It indicates a sudden onset inflammatory process within the bone and bone marrow of the forearm, caused by bacteria or other pathogens disseminated through the blood.

Apply this code when documentation confirms a diagnosis of acute osteomyelitis of the right radius and ulna, with the etiology clearly stated as hematogenous. Supporting documentation would include positive blood cultures, imaging studies (e.g., MRI, X-ray) showing acute bone changes, and clinical signs of infection such as fever, pain, and swelling.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "acute" and "hematogenous" to differentiate from chronic or other forms of osteomyelitis.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "right" for both the radius and ulna.
• Code any associated infectious organism (e.g., Staphylococcus aureus) as an additional diagnosis.