Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder

This code signifies "frozen shoulder" affecting the patient's left side. It is characterized by pain and progressive stiffness in the left shoulder joint, resulting from inflammation and thickening of the joint capsule. This condition severely restricts range of motion.

Apply this code when documentation explicitly states adhesive capsulitis or frozen shoulder affecting the left shoulder. Supporting documentation should detail the patient's symptoms, physical examination findings consistent with restricted left shoulder movement, and a confirmed diagnosis by a physician.

• Ensure laterality is clearly documented as "left" to avoid miscoding.
• Do not confuse with other shoulder conditions like rotator cuff tears or impingement syndrome, which have distinct codes.
• Look for documentation of chronicity or stage (e.g., freezing, frozen, thawing) if available, though not required for this specific code.