Subluxation of tarsal joint of right foot, initial encounter

This code signifies a partial dislocation of one or more joints within the tarsal bones of the right foot. It indicates that the joint surfaces are no longer perfectly aligned but still maintain some contact, causing pain, swelling, and limited range of motion. This injury is typically less severe than a full dislocation.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a newly diagnosed subluxation of the tarsal joint in their right foot. This includes initial evaluations in the emergency department, urgent care, or a physician's office following an acute injury. It is appropriate when the patient is receiving active treatment for the subluxation.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right foot" and "tarsal joint" to support this code.
• Confirm the encounter is "initial" for this specific injury; subsequent encounters will use different seventh characters.
• Distinguish from sprains (ligamentous injury) or full dislocations (complete separation of joint surfaces).