Anterior dislocation of left ulnohumeral joint, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving the forward displacement of the ulna relative to the humerus at the left elbow joint. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a residual condition or complication directly attributable to that prior dislocation.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic issue, such as persistent pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or instability, that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained anterior dislocation of the left elbow. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing long-term effects rather than the acute injury.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior left ulnohumeral dislocation.
• Do not use for acute dislocations; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.