Partial traumatic amputation at right shoulder joint, init

This code signifies a traumatic injury where the right arm has been partially severed at the shoulder joint, but some connection to the body remains. It indicates that the amputation is incomplete, and this is the first time the patient is being treated for this specific injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a traumatic, incomplete separation of the right upper limb at the shoulder, such as after a severe accident where the arm is nearly, but not entirely, detached. This code is appropriate for the initial hospital visit or emergency department encounter for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "partial" or "incomplete" amputation at the shoulder joint.
• Verify the laterality is "right" and that this is the patient's initial treatment for the injury.
• Do not use for complete amputations or for subsequent encounters for the same injury.