Abrasion, unspecified hip, initial encounter

This code signifies a superficial injury to the skin of the hip, characterized by scraping or rubbing off of the epidermis, without specifying which hip (left or right). It indicates that this is the first time the patient is being treated for this particular abrasion.

Use this code for patients presenting with a non-penetrating skin injury to the hip area, such as a scrape from a fall or friction. It is appropriate when the medical record does not specify the laterality of the hip involved, and the encounter represents the initial treatment for the injury.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states "abrasion" and does not indicate a deeper wound like a laceration or puncture.
• Only use this code when the laterality (left or right hip) is not documented. If specified, a more precise code should be used.
• The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter; for subsequent care, a different seventh character will be required.