ICD-10-CM Code For Injury Of Muscle Fascia And Tendon At Shoulder And Upper Arm Level: Group Overview
The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) code group S46 includes injuries to muscles, fascia, and tendons at the shoulder and upper arm level, such as strains, partial or complete ruptures, and traumatic tears. These ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes are used to document clinical scenarios involving acute trauma or overuse that affect shoulder girdle soft tissues, capturing details like specific structure involved, laterality, and encounter type. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-CM S46 group supports proper claim adjudication, complete clinical documentation, and appropriate reimbursement.
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ICD-10-CM S46: Injury Of Muscle, Fascia And Tendon At Shoulder And Upper Arm Level Overview
This group represents injuries to muscles, fascia, and tendons located at the shoulder and upper arm, including strains, ruptures, and traumatic tears. It targets the musculoskeletal structures that support shoulder function and upper arm movement. Accurate coding matters for reimbursement because it captures the specific injured structure, laterality, and encounter type, which affect claim processing and clinical records.