S48.0
Non-billableTraumatic amputation at shoulder joint
Traumatic amputation at shoulder joint
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
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.-)
Child Codes (2)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for traumatic amputation at shoulder joint?
The ICD-10-CM code for traumatic amputation at shoulder joint is S48.0. The full clinical description is "Traumatic amputation at shoulder joint". S48.0 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S48.0 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S48.0 represents "Traumatic amputation at shoulder joint". It is classified under Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is S48.0 a billable code?
No, S48.0 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under S48.0.
What chapter is S48.0 in?
S48.0 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S48.0?
S48.0 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 S48.0?
S48.0 has 2 child codes, including: S48.01 (Complete traumatic amputation at shoulder joint), S48.02 (Partial traumatic amputation at shoulder joint).
Are additional codes required with S48.0?
Yes, when using S48.0 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S48.0?
S48.0 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0433614. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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