Subluxation of oth carpometacarpal joint of right hand, subs

This code signifies a partial dislocation of a carpometacarpal joint in the right hand, excluding the thumb carpometacarpal joint. It indicates that the articular surfaces of the bones are still in partial contact, but their alignment is disrupted. This specific code is used for encounters following the initial treatment of the injury.

Use this code for follow-up visits, cast changes, physical therapy sessions, or medication management for a subluxation of a carpometacarpal joint (other than the thumb) in the right hand. This applies when the patient is receiving routine care during the healing or recovery phase.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "subluxation" and not a complete dislocation.
• Verify the laterality is "right hand" and the specific carpometacarpal joint involved is not the thumb.
• The "D" seventh character indicates a subsequent encounter, meaning the patient is in the healing or recovery phase.