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ICD-10-CM Code for Aftercare following explantation of shoulder joint prosthesis Z47.31

ICD-10 code Z47.31 for Aftercare following explantation of shoulder joint prosthesis is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .

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Aftercare following explantation of shoulder joint prosthesis
Excludes1: acquired absence of shoulder joint following prior explantation of shoulder joint prosthesis (Z89.23-)
shoulder joint prosthesis explantation status (Z89.23-)

Z47

Excludes1: aftercare for healing fracture-code to fracture with 7th character D

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