Contusion of right hip, initial encounter

This code signifies a bruise or superficial injury to the soft tissues of the right hip, resulting from direct trauma without an open wound. It indicates damage to capillaries and other small blood vessels beneath the skin, leading to discoloration and swelling.

Apply this code for patients presenting with a recent, closed injury to the right hip, such as from a fall, direct impact, or sports-related incident. This is appropriate for the initial evaluation and treatment of the contusion.

• Ensure documentation specifies the right hip and confirms a contusion (bruise) rather than a sprain or fracture.
• Verify this is the patient's first encounter for this specific injury; subsequent encounters would use a different seventh character.
• Do not use for open wounds, dislocations, or fractures of the hip.