Partial traum amp at level betw l shoulder and elbow, init

This code signifies a traumatic injury involving the partial detachment of the left upper arm, specifically occurring somewhere between the shoulder joint and the elbow joint. It indicates that the amputation is incomplete, meaning some tissue connection remains, and it is the first time the patient is being treated for this specific injury.

Apply this code for initial encounters where a patient presents with a traumatic, incomplete amputation of the left upper arm. This includes scenarios where the limb is severely mangled but still partially attached, or when surgical intervention is planned for reattachment or completion of the amputation.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "partial" or "incomplete" amputation and the exact location between the shoulder and elbow.
• Verify laterality (left arm) is explicitly stated in the medical record.
• This "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter; use subsequent encounter codes for follow-up care.