Finger-joint replacement of left hand

This code indicates the presence of a prosthetic joint in one or more finger joints of the patient's left hand. This is a status code, signifying that the patient has undergone a surgical procedure to replace a damaged or diseased finger joint with an artificial implant.

Use this code when documenting a patient's history of a left-hand finger joint replacement. This code is appropriate for follow-up visits, post-operative care after the initial healing period, or when the presence of the implant is relevant to current medical management.

• Always specify laterality (left, right, or bilateral) when applicable for joint replacements.
• This code is for the presence of the implant, not the reason for the original surgery or complications.
• Do not use this code for a current complication of the implant; instead, use a T84.- code for complications.