Supraspinatus (muscle) (tendon) sprain

This code signifies an injury to the supraspinatus muscle or its tendon, characterized by stretching or tearing of the fibers. It represents a sprain of one of the rotator cuff muscles, often resulting from overuse, trauma, or sudden movements of the shoulder.

Apply this code when documentation indicates a sprain of the supraspinatus, without a complete tear or rupture. This is typically used for acute injuries where the patient presents with shoulder pain, weakness, and limited range of motion following a specific incident.

• Differentiate from a supraspinatus strain (muscle pull) or a complete tear/rupture, which would be coded differently.
• Ensure the documentation specifies "sprain" and identifies the supraspinatus as the affected structure.
• Consider laterality if specified in the clinical notes (e.g., right or left shoulder).