Inferior subluxation of right humerus, sequela

This code signifies a persistent, long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior inferior subluxation of the right humerus. It indicates that the humeral head remains partially displaced downward from the glenoid cavity, and this condition is no longer acute but rather a chronic consequence of the original injury.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a history of inferior subluxation of the right humerus, and the patient is now presenting with a chronic, residual issue directly attributable to that past injury. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters where the sequela of the subluxation is being managed, rather than the initial acute injury.

• Always ensure documentation explicitly states "sequela" or describes a chronic condition resulting from a past inferior subluxation.
• Do not use this code for acute or initial presentations of inferior humeral subluxation; use the appropriate acute injury code.
• Verify laterality (right humerus) is clearly documented to match the code.