Corrosion of unsp degree of unspecified shoulder, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect resulting from a corrosive burn of an unspecified degree affecting an unspecified shoulder. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but residual problems or conditions persist due to the burn.

Apply this code when documenting a current condition that is a direct consequence of a corrosive burn to the shoulder that occurred in the past. This includes chronic pain, scarring, contractures, or functional limitations directly attributable to the previous corrosive injury.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., scar, contracture).
• Avoid using this code for acute corrosive burns; those require codes from the T20-T25 range without the "S" seventh character.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past corrosive burn of the shoulder.