Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
| Language | Translation |
|---|---|
English
|
Contusion of shoulder and upper arm |
French
|
Contusion de l'épaule et du bras |
| Level | Code | Title | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XIX | Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes | |
| 2 | S40-S49 | Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm | |
| 3 | S40 | Superficial injury of shoulder and upper arm | |
| 4 | S40.0 | Contusion of shoulder and upper arm |
