Laceration without foreign body, unsp hip, init encntr

Laceration without foreign body, unspecified hip, initial encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a tear or cut to the skin and underlying soft tissues of the hip region, where no foreign object is embedded in the wound. It indicates that the specific side of the hip (left or right) is not documented, and this is the first time the patient is receiving active treatment for this injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for patients presenting with an open wound to the hip that is characterized as a laceration, and the medical record explicitly states the absence of a foreign body. This is appropriate for the initial visit where the injury is diagnosed and treatment, such as wound cleaning and suturing, is initiated.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the documentation clearly states "laceration" and "without foreign body."
Only use the "unspecified hip" designation when laterality (left or right) is not documented.
The "A" seventh character is crucial for the initial encounter for active treatment.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S71.019Laceration without foreign body, unspecified hip

S71.019A(current)

Crosswalks

890.0ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S71Open wound of hip and thigh S71.0Open wound of hip S71.00Unspecified open wound of hip S71.001Unspecified open wound, right hip S71.001AUnspecified open wound, right hip, initial encounter