Acute on chr slip upper fem epiphy, unsp stability, r hip

Acute on chronic slipped upper femoral epiphysis, unspecified stability (nontraumatic), right hip

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a condition where a previously existing slipped upper femoral epiphysis (SUFE), also known as slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE), has acutely worsened. It specifically refers to the right hip and is non-traumatic in origin, meaning it wasn't caused by an injury. The stability of the slippage is not specified in this particular code.

🎯When to Use

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates an acute exacerbation of a chronic right-sided SUFE. This typically occurs in adolescents during growth spurts. Supporting documentation should include imaging reports (e.g., X-rays) showing both chronic changes and acute progression, along with clinical notes detailing the sudden onset of increased pain or functional limitation.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation specifies "acute on chronic" and the laterality (right hip).
If the stability (stable vs. unstable) is documented, a more specific code within the M93.07 subcategory should be used.
Distinguish from acute SUFE (M93.02-) or chronic SUFE (M93.03-) without an acute exacerbation.

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Code Hierarchy

▲M93.07Acute on chr slipped upper femoral epiphy, unsp stability

M93.071(current)

Same Category

M93Other osteochondropathies M93.0Slipped upper femoral epiphysis (nontraumatic)M93.00Unspecified slipped upper femoral epiphysis (nontraumatic)M93.001Unsp slipped upper femoral epiphysis, right hip M93.002Unsp slipped upper femoral epiphysis, left hip M93.003Unsp slipped upper femoral epiphysis, unsp hip