Find information on Inflammatory Polyarthritis diagnosis, including clinical documentation, medical coding (ICD-10, M05-M14), and healthcare guidelines. Learn about differential diagnosis, signs and symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis for inflammatory arthritis conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. This resource offers insights for physicians, healthcare providers, and medical coders seeking accurate and comprehensive information on Inflammatory Polyarthritis.
Also known as
Inflammatory polyarthropathies
Covers various inflammatory joint diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis.
Disorders of bone density and structure
Includes other arthropathies and related bone disorders.
Systemic connective tissue disorders
Encompasses conditions like lupus that can cause polyarthritis.
Spondylopathies
Includes inflammatory spinal conditions sometimes associated with peripheral arthritis.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the polyarthritis rheumatoid?
Yes
Is it seropositive?
No
Is it psoriatic?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Inflammatory arthritis affecting multiple joints |
Rheumatoid arthritis |
Psoriatic arthritis |
Coding inflammatory polyarthritis without specifying the affected joints leads to inaccurate coding and claims.
Miscoding seronegative inflammatory arthritis as rheumatoid arthritis impacts reimbursement and quality reporting.
Insufficient documentation of comorbidities associated with inflammatory polyarthritis affects case mix index and risk adjustment.
Patient presents with inflammatory polyarthritis, characterized by persistent joint pain, swelling, and stiffness affecting multiple joints. Differential diagnoses considered include rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, reactive arthritis, and enteropathic arthritis. Onset of symptoms was gradual over [timeframe], initially affecting the [affected joints - e.g., small joints of the hands and feet] and subsequently involving [other affected joints]. Morning stiffness lasting greater than [duration] is reported. Patient exhibits [range of motion limitations - e.g., limited range of motion in the affected joints]. Physical examination reveals [objective findings - e.g., joint tenderness, warmth, erythema, and synovitis]. Laboratory investigations include [tests ordered - e.g., complete blood count (CBC), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), C-reactive protein (CRP), rheumatoid factor (RF), anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) antibodies, HLA-B27]. Imaging studies, such as [imaging performed - e.g., x-ray, ultrasound, MRI] of the affected joints, may be ordered to assess for joint damage and erosions. Assessment includes inflammatory polyarthritis with differential diagnosis pending further investigation. Plan includes initiating treatment with [medications - e.g., nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) such as methotrexate], physical therapy referral for range of motion exercises and pain management, and patient education regarding disease management and prognosis. Follow-up appointment scheduled in [timeframe] to review laboratory and imaging results and adjust treatment plan as needed. ICD-10 code M13.9, Arthropathy, unspecified, is provisionally assigned pending definitive diagnosis. Medical billing codes will be finalized based on the confirmed diagnosis and treatment provided.