Dislocation of T11/T12 thoracic vertebra, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-developing complication directly resulting from a previous dislocation of the eleventh and twelfth thoracic vertebrae. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient is now experiencing residual effects or conditions attributable to that past dislocation.

Use this code when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, nerve damage, instability, or degenerative changes in the T11/T12 region that are a direct consequence of a previously treated dislocation. This code is appropriate when the initial acute injury has passed and the current encounter addresses these lasting effects.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, myelopathy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior T11/T12 dislocation.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute dislocation; use the appropriate acute dislocation code for that encounter.