Bilateral post-traumatic osteoarthritis of hip

This code signifies the presence of osteoarthritis affecting both hip joints, specifically resulting from a prior traumatic injury. This degenerative joint disease is characterized by cartilage breakdown, bone spur formation, and pain, directly attributable to a past physical trauma to the hips.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates bilateral osteoarthritis of the hip with a direct causal link to a previous injury. This typically involves a history of hip fracture, dislocation, or other significant trauma preceding the onset of arthritic symptoms. Supporting documentation should include physician notes detailing the traumatic event and subsequent development of osteoarthritis in both hips.

• Ensure documentation explicitly states "bilateral" involvement and a "post-traumatic" etiology for the osteoarthritis.
• Do not use this code for primary osteoarthritis or osteoarthritis due to other secondary causes (e.g., developmental dysplasia).
• Sequence this code after any acute injury codes if the trauma is recent and still being treated.