Anterior dislocation of left humerus, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a previously sustained anterior dislocation of the left humerus. These sequelae can include chronic pain, instability, limited range of motion, recurrent dislocations, or degenerative changes in the shoulder joint. It indicates that the initial acute injury has resolved, but its lasting impact is still present and requires ongoing management.

Use this code when documenting conditions that are a direct result of an old anterior dislocation of the left shoulder. This applies to follow-up visits for chronic shoulder instability, persistent pain attributed to the prior dislocation, or surgical interventions to address the long-term consequences of the injury. It should be used when the patient is no longer in the acute phase of the dislocation.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., M24.212 for recurrent dislocation).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the previous anterior dislocation of the left humerus.
• Do not use this code for an acute or current anterior dislocation; use the appropriate acute dislocation code instead.