Postdysenteric arthropathy, unspecified wrist

This code signifies an inflammatory joint condition affecting an unspecified wrist, occurring as a sequela to a previous dysenteric infection. It represents a reactive arthritis where the joint inflammation is triggered by an infection in a different part of the body, specifically the gastrointestinal tract due to dysentery.

Use this code when documentation clearly links wrist arthropathy to a prior episode of dysentery, and the specific wrist (right or left) is not documented. This diagnosis requires a history of dysentery and current wrist joint pain, swelling, or stiffness.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states a history of dysentery and a causal link to the wrist arthropathy.
• If the specific wrist is documented (right or left), use the more specific codes M02.131 or M02.132.
• Do not confuse with other forms of reactive arthropathy (e.g., postinfectious arthropathy due to other organisms) or direct infectious arthritis.