Staphylococcal arthritis, right hip

This code signifies an inflammatory joint condition of the right hip caused by a Staphylococcus bacterial infection. It represents a septic arthritis specifically affecting the right hip joint due to staphylococcal organisms.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of septic arthritis of the right hip, and laboratory findings or clinical assessment confirm Staphylococcus as the causative agent. This is typically supported by positive joint fluid cultures or Gram stain results.

• Ensure the documentation specifies the laterality (right hip) and the causative organism (Staphylococcus).
• Do not use this code for non-infectious arthritis or arthritis caused by other bacterial species.
• Consider sequencing this code as the primary diagnosis if the staphylococcal arthritis is the reason for the encounter.