Recurrent dislocation, unspecified hip

This code signifies an ongoing or repeated displacement of the hip joint where the specific side (left or right) is not documented. It indicates a chronic instability of the hip, leading to its repeated separation from the acetabulum.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states "recurrent hip dislocation" without specifying laterality. This is appropriate when the physician's notes indicate multiple episodes of hip dislocation in the same patient, and the exact hip (left or right) is not identified.

• Avoid using this code if laterality (left or right hip) is documented; instead, choose the more specific M24.451 or M24.452.
• Ensure the documentation explicitly states "recurrent" or "repeated" dislocations, not just a single event.
• Do not confuse with M24.35 (Pathological dislocation of hip) or M24.40 (Recurrent dislocation, unspecified joint).