Partial traumatic amp at level betw right hip and knee, init

This code signifies a traumatic injury where the right leg has been partially severed somewhere between the hip joint and the knee joint. This means the limb is still attached but significantly damaged, not a complete detachment. The "initial encounter" indicates this is for the patient's first visit for this specific injury.

Apply this code when documenting a patient presenting for initial treatment of a right lower extremity injury resulting in an incomplete traumatic amputation between the hip and knee. Examples include crush injuries or avulsions where the limb is severely compromised but not fully separated. This code is appropriate for the emergency department visit or the first inpatient admission for this trauma.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "partial" or "incomplete" amputation and the right side.
• Verify the amputation level is explicitly stated as being between the hip and knee.
• Remember the "A" suffix indicates the initial encounter for this injury. Subsequent care will require different suffixes.