Anterior dislocation of left radial head, initial encounter

This code signifies a displacement of the radial head bone at the elbow joint, specifically in an anterior direction, affecting the patient's left arm. This injury involves the complete separation of the joint surfaces.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed anterior dislocation of the left radial head. This typically occurs following trauma, such as a fall onto an outstretched hand.

• Ensure documentation specifies "anterior" and "left" for accurate code assignment.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent care would use a different seventh character.
• Look for associated injuries, such as fractures, which may require additional codes.