Disorder of ligament, left hip

This code signifies a non-traumatic pathological condition affecting the ligaments of the left hip joint. This includes conditions such as ligamentous laxity, sprains, or other degenerative changes not resulting from an acute injury. It represents a primary disorder of the ligament itself, rather than a secondary involvement from another hip pathology.

Use this code when documentation specifies a disorder of the left hip ligament, such as chronic sprain, laxity, or degeneration, without an acute traumatic event. Supporting documentation should clearly indicate the left side and confirm the ligamentous nature of the pathology, often through imaging or physical examination findings.

• Ensure documentation specifies "left hip" to avoid laterality errors.
• Distinguish from acute sprains (S73.122A-S73.129S) which are traumatic in nature.
• Consider sequencing with other hip conditions if the ligament disorder is secondary to another primary diagnosis.