Disloc of distal radioulnar joint of unsp wrist, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) in an unspecified wrist. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience issues directly attributable to that past dislocation.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting with chronic pain, instability, limited range of motion, or other persistent problems in the wrist that are a direct consequence of a previously treated DRUJ dislocation. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these lasting effects, not the initial acute injury.

• Always use a seventh character "S" for sequela codes, indicating a late effect.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current wrist condition to a past DRUJ dislocation.
• Do not use this code for acute or initial dislocations; those require different codes.