Pathological dislocation of right foot, NEC

This code signifies a spontaneous or atraumatic displacement of the bones forming a joint in the right foot, occurring due to an underlying disease process rather than external trauma. It indicates that the dislocation is a symptom or consequence of another medical condition affecting the joint's integrity.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a pathological dislocation of the right foot. This is appropriate for conditions like severe arthritis, neuromuscular disorders, or bone tumors that weaken the joint structures, leading to dislocation without significant injury. Documentation should specify "pathological dislocation" and the affected foot.

• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "pathological dislocation" and specifies the right foot.
• Do not use this code for dislocations resulting from acute trauma; those are coded differently.
• Always sequence an underlying disease code (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, osteomyelitis) before this code, as it describes the cause of the pathological dislocation.