Congenital dislocation of hip, unspecified

This code represents a birth defect where the femoral head is not properly seated within the acetabulum, and the specific type or laterality of the dislocation is not documented. It signifies a congenital hip instability or displacement that was present at birth, without further specification.

Apply this code when medical record documentation clearly indicates a congenital dislocation of the hip but lacks details regarding laterality (left, right, bilateral) or the specific type (e.g., subluxation, complete dislocation). This code is appropriate when the provider's diagnosis is simply "congenital hip dislocation" without further elaboration.

• Avoid using this code if laterality is specified; instead, select a more specific code from the Q65.0-Q65.1 or Q65.3-Q65.9 range.
• Query the provider for more specific documentation regarding laterality and type of dislocation if available, to allow for more precise coding.
• This code is for congenital conditions; do not use it for acquired hip dislocations.