Displaced dome fracture of unspecified acetabulum, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a previously sustained fracture of the acetabular dome, where the bone fragments remain out of their normal alignment. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient is now experiencing residual issues directly attributable to the displaced dome fracture.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, degenerative arthritis, avascular necrosis, or persistent functional limitations that are a direct consequence of a prior displaced dome fracture of the acetabulum. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters occurring after the initial healing phase of the fracture.

• Always sequence this code after the code for the specific sequela (e.g., M16.1 for unilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the historical displaced acetabular dome fracture.
• This code is for an unspecified acetabulum, meaning the laterality (left or right) is not specified in the medical record.