Contracture, right hip

This code signifies a fixed resistance to passive stretch of the soft tissues surrounding the right hip joint, resulting in a limitation of the hip's range of motion. This can be due to muscle shortening, capsular fibrosis, or other periarticular soft tissue changes, leading to impaired mobility and potential pain.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a contracture affecting the right hip joint. This typically includes findings from physical examination noting restricted range of motion, often measured in degrees, and a diagnosis of contracture by the treating physician. Supporting documentation should specify the laterality.

• Ensure documentation specifies "right hip" to support laterality.
• Distinguish from hip stiffness (R26.89) or pain (M25.551) without a confirmed contracture.
• Code any underlying cause of the contracture (e.g., cerebral palsy, arthritis) as a primary diagnosis if applicable, with the contracture as a secondary diagnosis.