Dislocation of sacroiliac and sacrococcygeal joint, init

This code signifies a complete displacement of the sacroiliac joint (where the sacrum meets the ilium) or the sacrococcygeal joint (where the sacrum meets the coccyx). This injury disrupts the normal anatomical alignment of these pelvic joints.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a diagnosed dislocation of either the sacroiliac or sacrococcygeal joint. This typically occurs following trauma, such as falls or motor vehicle accidents, where the joint surfaces are no longer in contact.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "dislocation" rather than a sprain or subluxation.
• Confirm this is the patient's initial encounter for this specific injury.
• Look for details regarding the mechanism of injury to support the diagnosis.