Unspecified dislocation of left index finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from an unspecified dislocation of the left index finger. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience issues directly related to that past dislocation.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms such as pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or instability in the left index finger, and the medical record clearly links these symptoms to a previously sustained, unspecified dislocation of that digit. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these persistent problems after the acute phase of the injury has passed.

• Requires a seventh character of 'S' to denote sequela, indicating a complication or residual effect.
• Ensure documentation explicitly states the current condition is a direct result of a previous left index finger dislocation.
• Do not use for initial or subsequent encounters for the acute dislocation itself; those would use 'A' or 'D' seventh characters, respectively.