S47
Non-Billable

Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm?

ICD-10-CM S47 is the diagnosis code for Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S47

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S47. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • crushing injury of elbow (S57.0-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S47 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
S47.1Crushing injury of right shoulder and upper armBillableS47.2Crushing injury of left shoulder and upper armBillableS47.9Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm, unspecified armBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S47 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S47 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S47 mean?

S47 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is S47 in?

S47 is located in Section S40-S49 — "Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S47?

S47 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S47.1, S47.2, S47.9.

When should I use S47?

Use S47 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm?

The ICD-10-CM code for Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm is S47.

Can S47 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S47 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S47 in?

S47 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S47 valid for 2026?

Yes, S47 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
S47
Crushing injury of shoulder and upper arm
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S40-S49 — Injuries to the shoulder and upper arm
2026 ICD-10-CM