Dislocation of unspecified lumbar vertebra, sequela

This code signifies a long-term or late-effect complication arising from a prior dislocation of an unspecified lumbar vertebra. It indicates that the patient is experiencing residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to the original injury, which is no longer in its acute phase.

Apply this code when documenting chronic pain, instability, neurological deficits, or other persistent issues that are a direct consequence of a past lumbar vertebral dislocation. This is appropriate when the initial injury has healed, but its lasting impact requires ongoing medical attention.

• Always sequence this code after the code(s) describing the specific sequela (e.g., chronic pain, radiculopathy).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous lumbar dislocation.
• Do not use for acute or subacute dislocations; those require different codes.