S48
Non-billableTraumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm
Traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Status
Non-billable / Header
Block
S40-S49
Child Codes
3
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- An amputation not identified as partial or complete should be coded to complete
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- injuries of axilla
- injuries of scapular region
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-)
7th Character Definitions
- A - initial encounter
- D - subsequent encounter
- S - sequela
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code S48?
ICD-10-CM code S48 represents "Traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is S48 a billable code?
No, S48 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under S48.
What chapter is S48 in?
S48 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S48?
S48 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: birth trauma (P10-P15); obstetric trauma (O70-O71); traumatic amputation at elbow level (S58.0).
What are the subcategories under S48?
S48 has 3 child codes, including: S48.0 (Traumatic amputation at shoulder joint), S48.1 (Traumatic amputation at level between shoulder and elbow), S48.9 (Traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm, level unsp).
Are additional codes required with S48?
Yes, when using S48 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S48?
S48 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2977737, C0495872. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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