Dislocation of distal radioulnar joint of left wrist, subs

This code signifies a dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) in the patient's left wrist that is being treated after the initial encounter. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific injury, which could include cast changes, physical therapy, or monitoring for healing.

Use this code for patients presenting for subsequent treatment of a left wrist DRUJ dislocation. This includes visits for continued management after the initial reduction, such as follow-up appointments to assess healing, manage pain, or provide rehabilitation services. It is appropriate once the initial acute care has been rendered.

• Ensure the documentation clearly specifies "left" wrist and "distal radioulnar joint" to support this code.
• Verify that the encounter is for follow-up care, not the initial treatment, as indicated by the "D" seventh character.
• Confirm the dislocation is of the DRUJ and not another wrist joint to avoid miscoding.