Other anterior subluxation of right hip, sequela

This code signifies a past, resolved anterior subluxation of the right hip joint, where the effects or complications of that injury are still present. It indicates that the hip partially dislocated forward, and the patient is now experiencing long-term consequences such as chronic pain, instability, or limited range of motion directly attributable to that prior event.

Use this code when documenting a patient presenting with residual symptoms or conditions stemming from a previously sustained anterior subluxation of the right hip. This applies to follow-up encounters where the initial acute injury has healed, but ongoing issues related to the subluxation persist. It is appropriate for conditions like post-traumatic arthritis, chronic ligamentous laxity, or persistent pain after the acute phase has passed.

• Always ensure documentation clearly links the current symptoms to the prior anterior subluxation of the right hip.
• This "S" seventh character indicates a sequela, meaning the patient is seen for the late effects of the injury, not the acute injury itself.
• Do not use this code for an acute or initial encounter for a right hip subluxation; use an appropriate acute injury code instead.