Inferior subluxation of left humerus, sequela

This code indicates a partial dislocation of the left shoulder joint where the head of the humerus has slipped downwards from its normal position in the glenoid cavity. The "sequela" designation signifies that this subluxation is a residual effect or complication of a previous injury or condition, not an acute event.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or a chronic condition directly resulting from a prior inferior subluxation of the left humerus. This applies to cases where the initial injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience issues such as instability, pain, or limited range of motion attributable to the previous subluxation.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current inferior subluxation to a past injury or condition.
• Do not use this code for acute or initial presentations of an inferior subluxation; separate codes exist for acute injuries.
• Verify laterality (left humerus) is explicitly stated in the clinical record.