Other dislocation of right ulnohumeral joint, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or late effect stemming from a past dislocation of the right ulnohumeral joint (the main elbow joint). It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing residual issues directly attributable to that previous injury, such as chronic pain, stiffness, or instability, after the initial acute phase of healing has passed.

Apply this code when documenting conditions like chronic elbow instability, persistent pain, or limited range of motion in the right elbow that are a direct consequence of an old ulnohumeral joint dislocation. This is appropriate when the initial injury has healed, but its lasting effects are still being treated or monitored.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past right ulnohumeral dislocation.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the condition is a late effect of the original injury.