Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of left hip, subs encntr

This code signifies a non-traumatic injury to the musculature, connective tissue, or tendons surrounding the left hip joint. It indicates an overstretching or tearing of these soft tissues, resulting in pain and functional limitation. This specific code is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for the initial injury.

Apply this code for patients presenting for subsequent treatment of a previously diagnosed left hip muscle, fascia, or tendon strain. This includes scenarios such as physical therapy sessions, follow-up physician visits to monitor healing, or medication refills for the ongoing management of the strain. It is appropriate after the initial acute phase of injury.

• Ensure documentation clearly specifies "left hip" and confirms the injury is a strain, not a sprain or tear requiring surgical intervention.
• Verify the encounter type is "subsequent" (D) and not initial (A) or sequela (S).
• Distinguish from other hip injuries like fractures or dislocations, which have different coding pathways.