Dislocation of unsp interphaln joint of unsp finger, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect resulting from a dislocation of an interphalangeal joint in any finger, where the specific joint and finger are not documented. It indicates that the initial injury has healed, but the patient continues to experience issues directly attributable to that past dislocation.

Apply this code when a patient presents with a chronic condition, such as persistent pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, or deformity, that is a direct consequence of a previously treated interphalangeal joint dislocation. This is appropriate when the original injury occurred in an unspecified finger and joint, and the current encounter addresses the sequela, not the acute injury.

• Always use a seventh character of 'S' for sequela when coding for residual effects of a past injury.
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior interphalangeal joint dislocation.
• Avoid using this code for acute dislocations; instead, use the appropriate acute dislocation code with a seventh character for the initial encounter, subsequent encounter, or sequela, as applicable.