Subluxation of MTP joint of right great toe, init

This code signifies a partial dislocation of the joint connecting the metatarsal bone to the first bone of the great toe on the right foot. The joint surfaces are no longer perfectly aligned but remain in partial contact. This injury often results in pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the affected toe.

This code is appropriate for documenting the initial treatment or evaluation of a patient presenting with a subluxation of the right great toe's metatarsophalangeal joint. It should be used when the injury is acute or when the patient is first seeking care for this specific condition. Subsequent encounters for the same injury would require a different seventh character.

• Always verify laterality (right vs. left) and the specific joint involved.
• Ensure the seventh character "A" is used only for the initial encounter for this injury.
• Consider additional codes for any associated fractures, sprains of other ligaments, or open wounds.