Presence of right artificial wrist joint

This code indicates the presence of a prosthetic joint surgically implanted in the right wrist. This artificial joint replaces damaged or diseased components of the wrist, aiming to restore function and reduce pain.

Apply this code when a patient has a documented history or current presence of a right wrist arthroplasty. This is typically used for follow-up care, complications related to the prosthesis, or when the presence of the artificial joint is relevant to the patient's current medical condition.

• Always specify laterality (right) when documenting the presence of an artificial joint.
• Do not use this code for the initial surgical encounter for the joint replacement; instead, use procedure codes.
• Code any complications associated with the artificial joint (e.g., infection, mechanical loosening) in addition to this code.