Unspecified dislocation of left toe(s), sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication or residual effect stemming from a prior, unspecified dislocation of one or more toes on the left foot. It indicates that the initial injury has resolved, but the patient continues to experience issues directly attributable to that past dislocation.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a sequela (e.g., chronic pain, instability, deformity, limited range of motion) of a left toe dislocation, and the specific type of dislocation (e.g., interphalangeal, metatarsophalangeal) was not documented at the time of the original injury or is unknown. This code is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these persistent issues.

• Always assign a seventh character of "S" for sequela when using this code.
• Ensure the medical record explicitly links the current condition to a past left toe dislocation.
• Avoid using this code for acute dislocations; instead, use the appropriate acute dislocation code.