Subluxation of midcarpal joint of unspecified wrist, sequela

This code indicates a chronic or late effect of a midcarpal joint subluxation in an unspecified wrist. A subluxation is a partial dislocation where the joint surfaces are no longer perfectly aligned but still maintain some contact. "Sequela" signifies that this is a residual condition or complication arising from an initial injury that has already healed or reached its maximum improvement.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a midcarpal joint subluxation of an unspecified wrist as a long-term consequence of a previous injury. This is appropriate for patients presenting with ongoing pain, instability, or functional limitations directly attributable to the past subluxation, after the acute phase of the original injury has passed.

• Always assign a sequela code for conditions where the acute phase has concluded and the patient is receiving treatment for the residual effects.
• Ensure the documentation specifies "unspecified wrist" if laterality is not documented.
• Do not use this code for acute subluxations; instead, select an appropriate acute subluxation code.