Dislocation of oth parts of lumbar spine and pelvis, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or residual effect stemming from a dislocation of a part of the lumbar spine or pelvis, excluding the sacroiliac joint. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience related symptoms or complications.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, instability, nerve impingement, or other persistent issues directly attributable to a past dislocation of the lumbar vertebrae, pubic symphysis, or other unspecified pelvic joints. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these lasting consequences.

• Ensure the medical record clearly links the current condition to a previously sustained dislocation.
• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, nerve disorder).
• The "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the initial injury has healed but its effects persist.