Presence of right artificial shoulder joint

This code indicates that a patient has a prosthetic shoulder joint surgically implanted in their right shoulder. This artificial joint replaces the natural glenohumeral joint, typically due to severe arthritis, trauma, or other conditions necessitating joint replacement. It signifies the ongoing presence of this medical device.

Use this code when documenting a patient's medical history that includes a right shoulder arthroplasty. It is appropriate for follow-up visits, post-operative care (after the initial global period), or any encounter where the presence of the artificial joint is relevant to the patient's care. This code is used to describe the patient's current status regarding their right shoulder.

• Always specify laterality (right vs. left) for shoulder prostheses.
• Do not use this code for the initial encounter where the arthroplasty procedure is performed; use a procedure code instead.
• This code is often used in conjunction with codes for complications or reasons for the initial replacement, if applicable.