Unspecified subluxation of left index finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term effect or complication resulting from a previous, unspecified subluxation (partial dislocation) of the left index finger. The original injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience residual symptoms or conditions directly attributable to that past event.

This code is appropriate for documenting chronic pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or other persistent issues in the left index finger that are a direct consequence of an earlier, unspecific subluxation. It should be used when the acute phase of the injury has passed and the patient is being treated for the lasting effects.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past subluxation of the left index finger.
• The "S" seventh character indicates sequela, meaning the patient is experiencing a late effect of the injury.
• Avoid using this code for acute or initial encounters of a subluxation; those require different seventh characters.