S43.5 ICD 10 Code is a non-billable and non-specific code and should not be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. There are other codes below it with greater level of diagnosis detail. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Codes
- S43.50 Sprain of unspecified acromioclavicular joint
- S43.50XA Sprain of unspecified acromioclavicular joint, initial encounter
- S43.50XD Sprain of unspecified acromioclavicular joint, subsequent encounter
- S43.50XS Sprain of unspecified acromioclavicular joint, sequela
- S43.51 Sprain of right acromioclavicular joint
- S43.51XA Sprain of right acromioclavicular joint, initial encounter
- S43.51XD Sprain of right acromioclavicular joint, subsequent encounter
- S43.51XS Sprain of right acromioclavicular joint, sequela
- S43.52 Sprain of left acromioclavicular joint
- S43.52XA Sprain of left acromioclavicular joint, initial encounter
- S43.52XD Sprain of left acromioclavicular joint, subsequent encounter
- S43.52XS Sprain of left acromioclavicular joint, sequela
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to S43.5 ICD10 Code:
- S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
- S40-S49 Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm
- S43 Dislocation and sprain of joints and ligaments of shoulder girdle
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
S43.5 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about S43.5 ICD 10 code
Your shoulder joint is composed of three bones: the clavicle (collarbone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the humerus (upper arm bone). Your shoulders are the most movable joints in your body. They can also be unstable because the ball of the upper arm is larger than the shoulder socket that holds it. To remain in a stable or normal position, the shoulder must be anchored by muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
Because your shoulder can be unstable, it can be easily injured. Common problems include:
- Sprains and strains
- Dislocations
- Separations
- Tendinitis
- Bursitis
- Torn rotator cuffs
- Frozen shoulder
- Fractures (broken bones)
- Arthritis
Health care providers diagnose shoulder problems by using your medical history, a physical exam, and imaging tests.
Often, the first treatment for shoulder problems is RICE. This stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Other treatments include exercise and medicines to reduce pain and swelling. If those don't work, you may need surgery.
NIH: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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