Displaced osteochondral fracture of right patella, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previously sustained osteochondral fracture of the right kneecap, where the bone fragments were not in their normal anatomical alignment. This could include chronic pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or other persistent issues directly attributable to the original injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing problems or conditions that are a direct consequence of a displaced osteochondral fracture of the right patella, even if the initial injury has healed. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing the chronic sequelae, not the acute injury itself.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following a code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior displaced osteochondral fracture of the right patella.
• The "S" in the 7th character indicates sequela and should only be used for complications or conditions arising after the acute phase of the injury has passed.