Unspecified dislocation of right radial head, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late effect resulting from an unspecified dislocation of the right radial head. It signifies that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or complications directly attributable to that past dislocation.

Apply this code when documenting follow-up care for a patient who previously sustained an unspecified dislocation of the right radial head and is now presenting with chronic pain, limited range of motion, instability, or other persistent issues related to that injury. This code is appropriate when the acute phase of the dislocation has passed, and the current encounter addresses the lasting consequences.

• Always sequence this "S" code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific residual condition (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to the historical right radial head dislocation.
• Verify that the dislocation was indeed of the radial head and on the right side, and that the specific type of dislocation was not documented.