Obturator dislocation of right hip, initial encounter

This code signifies a specific type of hip dislocation where the head of the femur is displaced inferiorly and anteriorly into the obturator foramen of the pelvis, affecting the right hip. This injury typically results in the leg being externally rotated, abducted, and slightly flexed.

Use this code for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed obturator dislocation of the right hip. This applies to emergency department visits, initial hospital admissions, or the first encounter with a healthcare provider for this specific injury.

• Ensure documentation specifies "obturator" type and "right" hip.
• Confirm this is the initial encounter for the injury; subsequent care would use a different encounter character.
• Look for associated external causes of injury codes (V00-Y99) to provide a complete picture of the event.