Crushing injury of right hip, subsequent encounter

This code signifies a severe injury to the right hip where the bone and/or soft tissues have been compressed or crushed by an external force. It indicates that the patient is receiving follow-up care for this specific injury after the initial treatment phase.

Use this code for subsequent encounters when a patient is being treated for a crushing injury of the right hip, such as during fracture care, wound management, or rehabilitation. This includes visits for cast changes, physical therapy, or monitoring of healing progress.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies the right hip and the nature of the injury as "crushing."
• Verify the encounter type is "subsequent" (D) and not initial (A) or sequela (S).
• Always code the underlying fracture or other specific injuries if documented in addition to the crushing injury.