Impingement syndrome of right shoulder

This code signifies a condition where the tendons and bursa in the right shoulder are compressed or "pinched" during arm movement, leading to pain, weakness, and reduced range of motion. It typically involves the rotator cuff tendons and the subacromial bursa.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of impingement syndrome affecting the patient's right shoulder. This diagnosis is often supported by physical examination findings, patient-reported symptoms like pain with overhead activities, and sometimes imaging studies ruling out other conditions.

• Ensure laterality is explicitly documented as "right shoulder" to support this specific code.
• Distinguish from rotator cuff tears (S46.011-S46.021-) or other shoulder pathologies.
• Look for terms like "subacromial impingement," "shoulder impingement," or "painful arc syndrome" localized to the right side.