Ulnar collateral ligament sprain of right elbow, sequela

This code signifies a chronic or late-effect injury to the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) of the right elbow, often resulting from a previous sprain. It indicates persistent symptoms or complications arising from the initial ligamentous injury, rather than an acute event.

Apply this code when documenting conditions such as chronic elbow instability, persistent pain, or limited range of motion in the right elbow, directly attributable to a past UCL sprain. This is appropriate for patients presenting for follow-up care or treatment of long-term issues related to an old injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior UCL sprain of the right elbow.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela; do not use for acute or initial encounters.
• Verify laterality (right elbow) is explicitly stated in the clinical notes.