M87.211

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What This Code Means

Bone death in the right shoulder resulting from a previous injury or trauma.

Coding Tips

• •Document the original traumatic event and the time interval between injury and osteonecrosis development
• •Specify which shoulder bone is affected (humerus, scapula) if documented for additional clarity

Clinical Significance

Trauma-related osteonecrosis of the right shoulder represents bone death resulting from previous injury, requiring ongoing orthopedic evaluation and management to preserve shoulder function. This condition can significantly impact upper extremity mobility and strength, potentially requiring surgical intervention if conservative management fails.

Documentation Requirements

• ✓Specific documentation of right shoulder involvement
• ✓Clear history of previous trauma or injury to shoulder
• ✓Imaging studies confirming shoulder osteonecrosis
• ✓Timeline relationship between trauma and bone death development
• ✓Assessment of right shoulder function and range of motion
• ✓Documentation of mechanism of original injury
• ✓Treatment response and progression monitoring
• ✓Consideration for surgical intervention if indicated

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