Dislocation of right ankle joint, initial encounter

This code signifies a complete displacement of the bones forming the right ankle joint, where the articular surfaces are no longer in contact. This injury typically involves significant trauma and results in severe pain, deformity, and inability to bear weight on the affected limb.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed dislocation of their right ankle joint. This includes emergency department visits, initial orthopedic consultations, or hospital admissions directly related to the acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "dislocation" and not a subluxation or sprain.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly documented as "right ankle."
• Confirm this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.