Sprain of jaw, right side, sequela

This code signifies a sprain of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) on the right side, representing a late effect or complication of an initial injury. It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual symptoms or conditions directly resulting from a previous right jaw sprain.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a patient is presenting with chronic pain, limited range of motion, or other persistent issues on the right side of the jaw that are directly attributed to a past sprain. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the injury has passed, and the current encounter addresses the long-term consequences.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right side" and clearly links the current symptoms to a previous sprain.
• Do not use for acute jaw sprains; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.
• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis describing the current manifestation of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain).