Subluxation of tarsal joint of left foot, sequela

This code signifies a partial dislocation of one or more tarsal bones in the left foot that is no longer an acute injury but rather a long-term effect or complication. It indicates a persistent instability or malalignment of the joint following an initial injury.

Use this code for patients presenting with chronic symptoms such as pain, instability, or limited range of motion in the left foot, where a previous tarsal subluxation has been documented and is now considered a sequela. This applies when the initial injury has healed, but residual effects of the subluxation persist.

• Always link this code to an external cause code (V00-Y99) if the original injury is known and still relevant for reporting.
• Ensure documentation clearly states "sequela" or indicates a chronic condition resulting from a prior tarsal subluxation.
• Distinguish from acute subluxations, which would use codes without the "S" seventh character.