Other dislocation of right patella, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a past dislocation of the right kneecap, where the specific type of dislocation is not otherwise specified. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing issues directly attributable to that previous injury, rather than an acute event.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic patellar instability, recurrent subluxations, persistent pain, or degenerative changes in the right knee joint that are a direct consequence of a prior, unspecified patellar dislocation. This code is appropriate for follow-up care related to the lasting impact of the initial injury.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past right patellar dislocation.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning a late effect or complication of the initial injury.
• Do not use this code for acute or initial dislocations; those require different seventh characters.