Staphylococcal arthritis, left hip

This code signifies an inflammatory condition of the left hip joint caused by a Staphylococcus bacterial infection. This infection leads to pain, swelling, and restricted movement in the hip, and if untreated, can cause significant joint damage.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates septic arthritis of the left hip due to a staphylococcal organism. This diagnosis is typically supported by positive joint fluid cultures, elevated inflammatory markers, and clinical signs of infection localized to the left hip.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "left hip" and "staphylococcal" to accurately assign this code.
• Do not confuse with other forms of infectious arthritis or non-infectious inflammatory arthropathies.
• Sequence this code as the primary diagnosis when it is the reason for the encounter, followed by codes for any associated systemic infection or complications.