M25.312
BillableOther instability, left shoulder
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
The left shoulder joint is unstable or moves abnormally, causing difficulty with arm movement and potential pain.
Coding Tips
- •Specify laterality (left) in documentation; this code is specific to the left shoulder only
- •Consider documenting the cause of instability (e.g., post-dislocation, rotator cuff injury) for complete clinical picture
Code Hierarchy
└M25Other joint disorder, not elsewhere classified└M25.3Other instability of joint└M25.31Other instability, shoulder└M25.312Other instability, left shoulder
└M25.312Other instability, left shoulder