Other anterior subluxation of left hip, initial encounter

This code signifies a partial dislocation of the left hip joint where the femoral head shifts forward but remains partially in contact with the acetabulum. It indicates an injury that is not a complete dislocation and is located on the anterior aspect of the joint.

This code is appropriate for the initial treatment of a patient presenting with a newly diagnosed or acutely sustained anterior subluxation of the left hip. It would be used for the first encounter where this injury is evaluated and a treatment plan is initiated.

• Ensure documentation specifies "subluxation" rather than "dislocation" and clearly indicates an anterior direction.
• Verify the laterality is explicitly stated as "left hip."
• The "A" seventh character denotes an initial encounter for active treatment of the injury.