Partial traumatic amputation at unsp shoulder joint, init

This code signifies a partial traumatic loss of the upper arm at the shoulder joint, where the specific side (left or right) is not documented. This injury involves a portion of the limb being severed due to trauma, but not a complete detachment.

Use this code for initial encounters with patients presenting with a partial traumatic amputation at the shoulder joint when the medical record does not specify whether it's the left or right shoulder. This applies to the first time a patient is seen for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "partial" amputation and "shoulder joint" involvement.
• Only use this code when the laterality (left/right) is truly unspecified in the medical record.
• Remember the "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.