Unspecified subluxation of left ulnohumeral joint, sequela

This code indicates a persistent or late-effect condition resulting from a prior, unspecific subluxation of the left elbow joint, specifically involving the articulation between the ulna and humerus. The original injury's details are not known, but its long-term consequences are now being addressed.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or complications directly attributable to an old, unspecified subluxation of the left ulnohumeral joint. This applies to situations where the initial injury has healed, but residual issues like chronic pain, instability, or limited range of motion are present. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these long-term sequelae.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous, unspecified subluxation of the left ulnohumeral joint.
• This "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the code is for the late effects of the injury, not the acute injury itself.
• Avoid using this code for acute or current subluxations; those would require an initial or subsequent encounter seventh character.