Unspecified subluxation of right ring finger, sequela

This code signifies a past, unresolved partial dislocation of the right ring finger joint where the specific nature of the subluxation is not documented. It indicates that the patient is currently experiencing a long-term effect or complication directly resulting from this previous injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting residual symptoms, functional limitations, or chronic pain in the right ring finger that are directly attributable to an old, unspecified subluxation. It should be used when the initial injury has healed, but its lasting impact requires ongoing medical attention or management.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a previous right ring finger subluxation.
• Verify that the "S" seventh character for sequela is appropriate, indicating a late effect rather than an acute injury.
• Avoid using this code for acute or current subluxations; those require different seventh characters.