Complete traumatic amputation at left shoulder joint, subs

This code signifies a complete traumatic detachment of the entire left upper limb at the shoulder joint, meaning the arm was severed from the body due to an injury. The "subsequent encounter" indicates that this code is used for follow-up care, such as wound management, rehabilitation, or treatment of complications, after the initial acute injury has been addressed.

Apply this code when documenting care for a patient who previously sustained a complete traumatic amputation of their left arm at the shoulder. This includes visits for prosthetic fitting, physical therapy, pain management related to the amputation, or addressing any infections or other issues arising from the original injury. Do not use for the initial treatment of the amputation.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "complete" amputation and specifies the "left" shoulder joint.
• Verify the encounter type is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment of the amputation.
• Always sequence this code after any applicable external cause codes (e.g., W20-W49, X00-X58) if known and relevant to the subsequent encounter.