Other streptococcal arthritis, left hip

This code signifies an inflammatory condition of the left hip joint caused by a streptococcal bacterial infection, but not classified as a specific type of streptococcal arthritis. It indicates an acute or chronic infection leading to joint pain, swelling, and restricted movement in the left hip.

This code is appropriate when documentation specifies streptococcal arthritis affecting the left hip, and the type of streptococcus is not further specified (e.g., Group A, Group B). It should be used when the provider explicitly diagnoses "other streptococcal arthritis" of the left hip.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left hip" and "streptococcal" etiology.
• Distinguish from other bacterial arthropathies; if the specific streptococcal species is known, a more precise code may be available.
• Consider sequencing with codes for the underlying streptococcal infection if still active.