Shoulder Pain ICD-10-CM Codes

Use a shoulder pain ICD code when a patient presents with localized pain, joint pain, or discomfort in the shoulder area, including the ball-and-socket joint or rotator cuff tendons. These codes are appropriate for documenting symptoms for clinical evaluation, treatment, and insurance billing purposes.

Common treatments include rest, physical therapy with a physical therapist, anti-inflammatory medications, or corticosteroid injections. Severe or chronic cases involving rotator cuff tendinitis, joint disorders, or soft tissue damage may require magnetic resonance imaging and surgical intervention.

A shoulder pain diagnosis code indicates that the patient is experiencing pain in the shoulder, either acute or chronic pain, with or without a clearly identified cause. It helps classify the shoulder problem for accurate treatment planning and supports the documentation of medical necessity.