Unsp dislocation of left sternoclavicular joint, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior, unspecified dislocation of the left sternoclavicular joint. The initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience issues directly attributable to that past dislocation.

This code is appropriate when documenting a patient presenting with ongoing symptoms or conditions (e.g., chronic pain, instability, limited range of motion) in the left sternoclavicular joint that are a direct consequence of an old, previously unspecified dislocation. It should be used after the acute phase of the original injury has passed.

• Always assign an additional code(s) to specify the nature of the sequela (e.g., chronic pain, degenerative arthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior, unspecified left sternoclavicular dislocation.
• This code is for the sequela of an unspecified dislocation; do not use for acute or initial encounters.