Nursemaid's elbow, left elbow, sequela

This code indicates a long-term or late effect resulting from a prior nursemaid's elbow injury affecting the left elbow. Nursemaid's elbow, also known as radial head subluxation, is a common pediatric injury where the radial head slips out of the annular ligament. The "sequela" designation implies that the current encounter addresses a residual condition or complication directly attributable to that past injury.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with a chronic issue, such as persistent pain, limited range of motion, or instability, that is a direct consequence of a previously sustained nursemaid's elbow injury to the left arm. This applies when the initial acute injury has resolved, but its lasting impact is being treated or evaluated.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific residual condition being treated (e.g., chronic pain, limited range of motion).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms or condition to a past nursemaid's elbow injury of the left elbow.
• Do not use this code for the initial acute injury or during the immediate healing phase.