External constriction of right shoulder, sequela

This code signifies a chronic or residual effect from an external constriction injury to the right shoulder. It indicates that the initial acute injury has passed, but the patient continues to experience symptoms or complications directly attributable to that past constriction. This could include ongoing pain, limited range of motion, nerve damage, or circulatory issues.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with long-term complications or sequelae resulting from a previous external constriction of the right shoulder. This is appropriate for follow-up visits where the primary focus is managing these chronic issues, rather than the acute injury itself. Examples include persistent lymphedema, chronic pain syndromes, or nerve entrapment due to scar tissue from a past constriction.

• Always link this sequela code to an external cause code (V00-Y99) if the original cause of the constriction is known and relevant.
• Do not use this code for acute or current constriction injuries; those require different codes from the S40.24- category.
• Ensure documentation clearly supports the "sequela" aspect, indicating a past injury with ongoing effects.