S44.8X2A
BillableInjury of other nerves at shoulder and upper arm level, left arm, initial encounter
S44.8X2A is the ICD-10-CM code for Injury of other nerves at shoulder and upper arm level, left arm, initial encounter. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHWhat are peripheral nerves? Nerves are like wires that carry messages back and forth between your brain and your body. Your peripheral nerves branch off from your brain and spinal cord and connect to all parts of your body, including your muscles and organs. Peripheral nerves carry messages from your brain that control your movement, breathing, heartbeat, digestion, and more. They also carry messages from your body…
Read more about Peripheral Nerve Disorders at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code S44.8X2A?
- S44.8X2A is the ICD-10-CM code for "Injury of other nerves at shoulder and upper arm level, left arm, initial encounter". It falls under S00-T88 Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes.
- Is S44.8X2A a billable code?
- Yes — S44.8X2A is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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