Acute slipped upper femoral epiphysis, unstable, right hip

This code describes an acute, non-traumatic displacement of the femoral head from the femoral neck at the growth plate, specifically affecting the right hip. "Unstable" indicates that the patient is unable to bear weight on the affected leg, even with crutches. This condition typically occurs in adolescents during periods of rapid growth.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states an acute, non-traumatic slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) of the right hip, and explicitly notes the instability (inability to bear weight). This diagnosis is often made based on clinical presentation (pain, limp) and confirmed by imaging studies such as X-rays.

• Ensure documentation specifies "acute" onset and "unstable" status.
• Laterality (right hip) is crucial for accurate coding.
• Differentiate from chronic SCFE (M93.05-) or stable SCFE (M93.042/M93.043).