Dislocation of left scapula, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a previous dislocation of the left shoulder blade. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience issues directly attributable to that past event. These sequelae can include chronic pain, instability, limited range of motion, or other persistent functional deficits.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a current condition that is a direct consequence of a left scapular dislocation that occurred in the past and has since healed. This applies when the current encounter is for the management of these chronic or residual problems, not for the initial acute injury. Examples include ongoing physical therapy for chronic instability or evaluation for surgical intervention due to persistent pain from a prior dislocation.

• Always use this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela being treated (e.g., chronic pain, instability).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to the prior left scapular dislocation.
• Do not use this code for an acute or current dislocation; instead, use the appropriate acute dislocation code.