Rheumatoid bursitis, right hand

This code signifies inflammation of the bursa (a fluid-filled sac that cushions joints) in the right hand, specifically caused by rheumatoid arthritis. It indicates a localized manifestation of rheumatoid disease affecting the bursae in this anatomical region.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of bursitis in the right hand, and explicitly links it to rheumatoid arthritis. This diagnosis is typically made based on clinical examination, patient history of rheumatoid arthritis, and potentially imaging studies confirming bursal inflammation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right hand" and explicitly links the bursitis to rheumatoid arthritis.
• Do not use this code for bursitis due to other causes (e.g., overuse, trauma) or for rheumatoid arthritis without documented bursitis.
• Sequence this code after the primary code for the underlying rheumatoid arthritis (e.g., M05.xx or M06.xx for seropositive or other specified rheumatoid arthritis).