Calcium deposit in bursa, right wrist

This code signifies the presence of calcific deposits within the bursa of the right wrist. This condition, often referred to as calcific bursitis, involves the accumulation of calcium salts in the synovial fluid or soft tissues of the bursa, leading to inflammation and pain.

Use this code when documentation explicitly states a calcium deposit or calcification within a bursa of the right wrist. This typically occurs in patients presenting with localized pain, tenderness, and sometimes swelling in the right wrist region, and is confirmed by imaging studies such as X-rays or ultrasound showing the calcification.

• Ensure laterality is clearly documented as "right wrist" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from calcific tendinitis, which involves tendons, not bursae.
• Look for imaging reports (e.g., X-ray, MRI) confirming the presence and location of the calcium deposit.