Other anterior dislocation of right hip, sequela

This code indicates a long-term complication or late effect stemming from an anterior dislocation of the right hip. It signifies that the patient is experiencing residual issues directly attributable to a past injury where the head of the femur was displaced forward from the acetabulum. This is not for an acute or current dislocation.

Use this code when documenting conditions such as chronic pain, instability, limited range of motion, or degenerative changes in the right hip that are a direct consequence of a previously sustained anterior dislocation. This applies when the initial injury has healed, but its lasting effects are being treated. It is appropriate for follow-up encounters addressing these persistent problems.

• Always sequence this sequela code after the code for the specific late effect or complication being treated (e.g., chronic pain, osteoarthritis).
• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a prior anterior right hip dislocation.
• Do not use this code for acute or current dislocations; those require codes from the acute injury section.