Complete traumatic amp at elbow level, right arm, subs

This code signifies a total loss of the right arm due to trauma, specifically occurring at the elbow joint. It indicates that the patient is presenting for follow-up care or treatment related to this established injury, not the initial event.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient with a previously diagnosed complete traumatic amputation of the right arm at the elbow is receiving subsequent care. This includes visits for wound management, prosthetic fitting, physical therapy, or management of complications arising from the amputation.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "right arm" and "elbow level" for accurate laterality and site.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is in the healing or recovery phase.
• Do not use for initial treatment of the amputation; a different seventh character would be required for the initial encounter.