Posterior dislocation of left hip, initial encounter

This code signifies a posterior displacement of the left femoral head from the acetabulum. This type of hip dislocation typically results from significant trauma, often involving a force applied to the knee with the hip and knee flexed, such as in a dashboard injury during a motor vehicle accident.

Apply this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed posterior dislocation of their left hip. This includes the emergency department visit, initial reduction procedure, and any immediate post-reduction care. It is appropriate for the first encounter related to this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the left hip and a posterior direction of dislocation.
• Verify that this is indeed the patient's first encounter for this particular injury, not a subsequent visit or a chronic condition.
• Do not use this code for anterior or other specified types of hip dislocations, or for dislocations of the right hip.