Subluxation of interphalangeal joint of unsp toe(s), init

This diagnosis code indicates a partial dislocation of a joint between two phalanges of a toe, where the joint surfaces are no longer perfectly aligned but remain in partial contact. It specifies that the affected toe is not identified, and this is the first time the patient is being treated for this particular injury.

This code is appropriate for documenting an initial presentation of a toe subluxation when the specific toe (e.g., great toe, second toe) is not documented or is unknown. It would be used in emergency department visits, urgent care settings, or initial orthopedic consultations following an acute injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "subluxation" rather than a full dislocation.
• Only use this code when the specific toe involved is not specified in the medical record.
• Append with subsequent encounter (D) or sequela (S) characters for follow-up care.