Arm Injury ICD-10-CM Codes

What ICD-10 Codes are Used for Arm Injury

Arm injuries are common and can range from minor sprains and strains to severe fractures and dislocations. Accurate coding is essential for patient diagnosis, treatment, and billing processes.

Below are the commonly used codes for arm injuries, along with their clinical descriptions:

• S42.001A - Unspecified fracture of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
• S42.002A - Unspecified fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
• S50.01XA - Contusion of right elbow, initial encounter
• S50.02XA - Contusion of left elbow, initial encounter
• S43.401A - Sprain of unspecified ligaments of right shoulder joint, initial encounter
• S43.402A - Sprain of unspecified ligaments of left shoulder joint, initial encounter
• S46.011A - Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of flexor muscle group at forearm level, right arm, initial encounter
• S46.012A - Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of flexor muscle group at forearm level, left arm, initial encounter

Which Arm Injury ICD codes are Billable:

• S42.001A - Yes
• S42.002A - Yes
• S50.01XA - Yes
• S50.02XA - Yes
• S43.401A - Yes
• S43.402A - Yes
• S46.011A - Yes
• S46.012A - Yes

Clinical Information

• Arm injuries can occur in various parts of the arm, including the shoulder, elbow, wrist, or forearm.
• Causes may include trauma, repetitive strain, overuse, or underlying medical conditions.
• Symptoms typically include pain, swelling, bruising, stiffness, or loss of range of motion.
• Diagnostic tools might involve X-rays, MRI, CT scans, or physical examination.
• Treatment depends on the injury type and may include rest, ice, compression, elevation, physical therapy, medication, or surgery.

Synonyms Include

• Injury to the Upper Limb
• Upper Extremity Injury
• Forearm Injury
• Shoulder Strain
• Elbow Contusion