Unspecified sprain of unspecified hip, sequela

This code signifies the long-term effects or complications arising from a sprain of an unspecified hip, where the initial injury has healed but residual issues persist. It indicates that the specific type of sprain (e.g., iliofemoral, pubofemoral) is not documented. The "sequela" designation means this code is used for conditions that are a late effect of the original injury.

Utilize this code when a patient presents with ongoing symptoms such as chronic pain, stiffness, or limited range of motion in the hip, and the medical record clearly links these symptoms to a previously sustained hip sprain. This code is appropriate when the initial sprain occurred in the past and is no longer an acute injury, and the specific ligament(s) involved were never identified.

• Always assign this code as a secondary diagnosis, following the code for the specific sequela (e.g., chronic hip pain).
• Ensure documentation explicitly states the current condition is a "sequela" or "late effect" of a prior hip sprain.
• Avoid using this code for acute or subacute hip sprains; those require codes from the acute injury range.