Ischiocapsular ligament sprain of right hip, init encntr

Ischiocapsular ligament sprain of right hip, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a sprain or stretching injury to the ischiocapsular ligament, a key stabilizing structure of the hip joint, specifically affecting the right hip. This ligament connects the ischium to the joint capsule, limiting hip extension and internal rotation.

🎯When to Use

Use this code for a patient presenting with acute pain and dysfunction in the right hip following a traumatic event that overstretched or twisted the hip, leading to an injury of the ischiocapsular ligament. This is appropriate for the initial evaluation and treatment of such an injury.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly specifies the right hip and confirms a sprain of the ischiocapsular ligament.
The "A" suffix indicates an initial encounter for this injury, meaning the patient is receiving active treatment.
Differentiate from other hip sprains (e.g., iliofemoral, pubofemoral) based on provider documentation.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S73.121Ischiocapsular ligament sprain of right hip

S73.121A(current)

Crosswalks

843.1ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S73Dislocation and sprain of joint and ligaments of hip S73.0Subluxation and dislocation of hip S73.00Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hip S73.001Unspecified subluxation of right hip S73.001AUnspecified subluxation of right hip, initial encounter