Unspecified dislocation of right knee, initial encounter

This code signifies a dislocation of the right knee joint where the specific type of dislocation (e.g., patellar, tibiofemoral) is not documented. It indicates the initial treatment or evaluation for this injury.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a right knee dislocation, and the medical record does not specify the exact anatomical structures involved in the dislocation. This is appropriate for the first encounter for this injury, such as in an emergency department or initial orthopedic consultation.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "right knee" and "dislocation" without further specification.
• Verify that this is indeed the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent encounters will require a different seventh character.
• Avoid using this code if the specific type of knee dislocation (e.g., patellar, tibiofemoral) is known and documented.