Unspecified dislocation of left knee, sequela

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

This code is appropriate when a patient presents with a current condition, symptom, or problem that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained, unspecified dislocation of the left knee. Examples include chronic instability, pain, or limited range of motion in the left knee due to the prior dislocation, after the acute phase of the original injury has passed.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific manifestation or current condition being treated.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current left knee issue to a past, unspecified dislocation.
• Avoid using this code for acute or subacute dislocations; those require codes from the initial or subsequent encounter categories.