Dislocation of carpometacarpal joint of right hand, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior dislocation of any carpometacarpal joint in the right hand, excluding the thumb. These sequelae can include chronic pain, instability, limited range of motion, or degenerative changes that persist after the initial injury has healed.

Apply this code when documenting conditions that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained carpometacarpal joint dislocation in the right hand. This is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing chronic issues related to the old injury, rather than the acute dislocation itself.

• Always use a seventh character "S" for sequela codes, indicating a late effect.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past carpometacarpal dislocation.
• Do not use this code for acute dislocations; instead, select an appropriate acute dislocation code.