Unspecified dislocation of left ring finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term effect or complication arising from a previous, unspecified dislocation of the left ring finger. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but residual symptoms or conditions persist as a direct consequence of that dislocation.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing issues, such as chronic pain, stiffness, or limited range of motion, in the left ring finger, and the medical record clearly links these issues to a past, unspecified dislocation. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the dislocation has passed, and the current encounter addresses the lasting sequelae.

• Requires a seventh character "S" to indicate sequela, meaning the current condition is a residual effect of a healed injury.
• Do not use for acute dislocations; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.
• Always review the patient's history to confirm the prior dislocation and its unspecified nature.