ICD-10 Code M06.232 – Rheumatoid bursitis, left wrist (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M06.232 – Rheumatoid bursitis, left wrist
What it is
M06.232 identifies rheumatoid bursitis in the left wrist. It means inflammation of a bursa around the wrist associated with rheumatoid arthritis or another rheumatoid condition.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Typical findings include localized wrist pain, swelling, tenderness, and reduced range of motion, with evidence that the bursitis is rheumatoid in origin.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents rheumatoid bursitis specifically affecting the left wrist. It is appropriate when the left-sided location and rheumatoid cause are both stated or clearly supported. Check documentation if the record only says wrist pain, swelling, or bursitis without the rheumatoid link.
Do not use for
Do not use M06.232 for bursitis of the wrist without rheumatoid disease, or for unspecified laterality. If the note documents a different joint or a non-rheumatoid bursitis, choose the more accurate code.
Coding tip
Verify both the rheumatoid etiology and left wrist laterality before assigning M06.232.