Osteopathy after poliomyelitis, right upper arm

This code signifies a bone disorder or disease (osteopathy) that develops as a sequela of poliomyelitis, specifically affecting the patient's right upper arm. It indicates a chronic or late complication of polio impacting bone health in a localized area.

Use this code when documentation clearly states a diagnosis of osteopathy directly attributed to a history of poliomyelitis, with the affected site being the right upper arm. This diagnosis is typically made by an orthopedic specialist or neurologist and supported by imaging studies and patient history.

• Ensure documentation explicitly links the osteopathy to a prior poliomyelitis infection.
• Verify the laterality and specific anatomical site (right upper arm) are clearly stated.
• Do not confuse with general osteomyelitis or other bone disorders not directly related to polio.