Unspecified subluxation of unspecified finger, subs encntr

This code signifies a partial dislocation of an unknown finger, where the specific digit affected is not documented. The injury has occurred previously, and the patient is now receiving follow-up care, such as cast changes, physical therapy, or monitoring of healing.

Apply this code when a patient presents for ongoing treatment of a finger subluxation, and the medical record does not specify which finger (e.g., thumb, index, middle, ring, little) was injured. This is appropriate for subsequent visits after the initial treatment of the subluxation.

• Ensure documentation clearly indicates a "subsequent encounter" for the injury.
• Avoid this code if the specific finger involved is identified in the medical record; instead, use a more specific code from the S63.20- series.
• Only use when the type of subluxation (e.g., dorsal, palmar) is also unspecified.