S48.9
Non-billableTraumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm, level unsp
Traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm, level unspecified
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 ICD-10 code S48.9?
ICD-10-CM code S48.9 represents "Traumatic amputation of shoulder and upper arm, level unspecified". It is a non-billable header code — use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is S48.9 a billable code?
No, S48.9 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 S48.9.
What chapter is S48.9 in?
S48.9 is in Chapter 19: Injury, Poisoning and Certain Other Consequences of External Causes (codes S00-T88).
What codes cannot be used with S48.9?
S48.9 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 S48.9?
S48.9 has 2 child codes, including: S48.91 (Complete traumatic amputation of shldr/up arm, level unsp), S48.92 (Partial traumatic amputation of shldr/up arm, level unsp).
Are additional codes required with S48.9?
Yes, when using S48.9 you should also code: code to identify any retained foreign body, if applicable (Z18.-).
What are the UMLS CUIs for S48.9?
S48.9 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0495872. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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