Subluxation of T10/T11 thoracic vertebra, sequela

This code indicates a persistent partial dislocation or misalignment of the tenth and eleventh thoracic vertebrae, occurring as a long-term consequence of an initial injury or condition. It signifies that the acute phase of the subluxation has passed, and the patient is now experiencing residual effects or complications.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or conditions directly attributable to a previously sustained subluxation of the T10/T11 vertebrae. This is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing chronic pain, neurological deficits, or functional limitations stemming from the original injury.

• Always sequence this code after the primary diagnosis describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, radiculopathy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior T10/T11 subluxation.
• Do not use for acute subluxations; those require codes from the initial encounter or subsequent encounter categories.