S48.129
Non-billablePartial traumatic amp at level betw unsp shoulder and elbow
Partial traumatic amputation at level between unspecified shoulder and elbow
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 (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for partial traumatic amp at level betw unsp shoulder and elbow?
The ICD-10-CM code for partial traumatic amp at level betw unsp shoulder and elbow is S48.129. The full clinical description is "Partial traumatic amputation at level between unspecified shoulder and elbow". S48.129 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code S48.129 mean?
ICD-10-CM code S48.129 represents "Partial traumatic amputation at level between unspecified shoulder and elbow". 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 S48.129 a billable code?
No, S48.129 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 S48.129.
What chapter is S48.129 in?
S48.129 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S48.129?
S48.129 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 S48.129?
S48.129 has 3 child codes, including: S48.129A (Partial traum amp at level betw unsp shldr and elbow, init), S48.129D (Partial traum amp at level betw unsp shldr and elbow, subs), S48.129S (Part traum amp at level betw unsp shldr and elbow, sequela).
Are additional codes required with S48.129?
Yes, when using S48.129 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S48.129?
S48.129 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C2843315. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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