Pathological fracture in other disease, hip, unsp, sequela

This code describes a healed or resolving pathological fracture of the hip, which occurred due to an underlying disease process rather than trauma. It indicates that the patient is experiencing a late effect or complication from the original fracture, even after the acute phase has passed. The specific hip involved and the underlying disease are not specified.

Use this code when documentation indicates a patient is being treated for a complication or sequela of a pathological hip fracture that is no longer acute. This applies when the fracture itself has healed or is in the process of healing, but the patient continues to experience issues directly related to that past event. Documentation should clearly state a "sequela," "late effect," or a condition resulting from a "previous pathological fracture."

• This "S" code indicates a sequela and should be used for complications or conditions arising from a healed or resolved pathological fracture.
• Always sequence this code after the code identifying the specific sequela (e.g., pain, malunion).
• Avoid using this code for acute pathological fractures; instead, use the appropriate M84.4- or M84.5- codes with the 7th character A or D.