Recurrent dislocation, unspecified foot

This code signifies a condition where a patient experiences repeated dislocations of an unspecified foot joint. It indicates an instability of the foot's articulation that leads to recurrent displacement of bones from their normal position.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states "recurrent dislocation" of the foot, but the specific joint (e.g., talonavicular, subtalar) is not identified. This code is appropriate when the physician's notes confirm the repetitive nature of the dislocation without further anatomical specificity.

• Only use this code when the specific foot joint involved in the recurrent dislocation is not documented.
• If the specific foot joint is known, use a more precise code from the M24.47- subcategory (e.g., M24.471 for right foot, M24.472 for left foot).
• Distinguish from initial or acute dislocations (S93.0-S93.1) which are coded differently.