Posterior dislocation of right sternoclavicular joint, init

This code signifies a posterior displacement of the sternal end of the right clavicle from its articulation with the sternum. This type of dislocation is relatively rare and can be associated with significant complications due to the proximity of vital structures.

Apply this code for a patient presenting with an initial injury involving a posterior dislocation of the right sternoclavicular joint. This typically results from high-energy trauma, such as a direct blow to the shoulder or a motor vehicle accident.

• Ensure documentation specifies "posterior" dislocation and "right" side.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for this injury. Subsequent encounters will require different seventh characters.
• Always review the medical record for associated injuries, especially to mediastinal structures, and code them separately.