Disp fx of middle third of navic bone of l wrist, sequela

This code signifies a past injury involving a fracture in the middle section of the scaphoid bone in the left wrist, where the bone fragments were not properly aligned. The "sequela" indicates that this code is used to report a current condition or complication that is a direct result of this previous, displaced fracture.

Use this code when documenting a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously displaced fracture of the left scaphoid's middle third. This could include chronic pain, nonunion, malunion, avascular necrosis, or degenerative changes directly attributable to the old injury. It is not for reporting the initial acute fracture.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the current condition or complication it describes.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current problem to the historical displaced scaphoid fracture.
• Do not use this code for initial or subsequent encounters for the acute fracture; use appropriate codes from the S62.02- series for active treatment.