Anterior sublux of proximal end of tibia, left knee, subs

This diagnosis code indicates a partial dislocation of the left knee, specifically where the tibia has shifted forward relative to the femur, occurring after the initial treatment phase. It signifies that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific injury, which could include rehabilitation, monitoring, or management of complications.

This code is appropriate for encounters where a patient is being seen for ongoing treatment, follow-up, or recovery from an anterior subluxation of the proximal tibia in the left knee. This includes visits for physical therapy, re-evaluation, or addressing issues that arise during the healing process, following the initial acute care.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "anterior subluxation" and "left knee" for accurate code assignment.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is in the healing or recovery phase.
• Do not use this code for initial treatment of the injury; a code with an "A" seventh character would be appropriate for the initial encounter.