Subluxation of radiocarpal joint of left wrist, subs encntr

This code indicates a partial dislocation of the radiocarpal joint in the left wrist that is being treated during a subsequent visit. The bones of the forearm (radius) and the carpal bones of the wrist are no longer perfectly aligned, but the joint surfaces remain in partial contact. This injury typically results from trauma or repetitive stress.

Use this code for follow-up encounters where a patient is receiving ongoing treatment for a previously diagnosed subluxation of the left radiocarpal joint. This includes visits for physical therapy, re-evaluation, cast changes, or monitoring of healing progress after the initial injury has been addressed. Do not use for the initial treatment of the injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the left wrist and the "subsequent encounter" status for accurate code assignment.
• Pair this diagnosis code with appropriate procedure codes for the services rendered during the follow-up visit.
• Verify laterality (left vs. right) is explicitly documented to avoid coding errors.