Dislocation of tarsal joint of left foot, sequela

This code signifies a chronic or residual issue stemming from a previous dislocation of a tarsal joint in the left foot. It indicates that the patient is experiencing ongoing effects or complications directly attributable to that past injury, rather than an acute dislocation. The "S" at the end denotes a sequela, emphasizing the long-term nature of the condition.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with persistent pain, instability, limited range of motion, or other chronic symptoms in the left foot that are a direct result of a previously treated tarsal joint dislocation. This applies after the initial acute phase of the injury has passed and the patient is dealing with the lasting impact. It is appropriate for follow-up visits addressing these long-term complications.

• Always link this sequela code to an external cause code (V00-Y99) if the original injury's cause is known and relevant for the current encounter.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the chronic nature of the condition and its direct link to a prior tarsal joint dislocation of the left foot.
• Do not use this code for an acute, current dislocation; instead, use the appropriate acute dislocation code from the S93.3- series without the "S" suffix.