Inferior subluxation of unspecified humerus, sequela

This code signifies a chronic or late-effect condition where the humeral head has partially dislocated downwards from the glenoid cavity, but not fully separated, in an unspecified shoulder. This inferior subluxation indicates ongoing instability or a residual issue from a prior injury or condition affecting the shoulder joint.

Use this code when documenting a long-term consequence of a previous injury or pathology that resulted in an inferior subluxation of the humerus, and the specific side (left or right) is not documented. This applies to patients presenting with persistent symptoms or findings related to this chronic instability.

• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the condition is a late effect of an earlier injury.
• Only use this code when the laterality of the affected humerus is not specified in the medical record.
• Always sequence this code after the code for the primary condition or injury that led to the subluxation, if applicable and still being treated.