Abrasion, unspecified hip, subsequent encounter

This code describes a superficial injury to the skin of the hip, characterized by scraping or rubbing off the epidermal layer, without specifying which hip is affected. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for an abrasion that was previously treated.

Use this code for subsequent visits related to the healing or ongoing management of an unspecified hip abrasion. This includes wound checks, dressing changes, or evaluation of complications arising during the recovery phase.

• Ensure documentation clearly states "subsequent encounter" or indicates ongoing care for the injury.
• If the specific hip (right or left) is documented, a more specific code should be used.
• Do not use for the initial treatment of the abrasion; a code with an "A" (initial encounter) seventh character would be appropriate for the first visit.