HCPCS 23472

Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humerus replacement (eg, total shoulder or reverse total shoulder))

AI EXPLANATION: Total shoulder replacement, or shoulder arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace damaged parts of the shoulder joint with artificial components. The ball at the top of the upper arm bone and the socket in the shoulder blade are replaced with metal and durable plastic implants to relieve chronic pain and restore joint mobility, using standard or reverse joint designs depending on the joint's condition.