Partial traum amp of left hip and thigh, level unsp, subs

Partial traumatic amputation of left hip and thigh, level unspecified, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a partial traumatic amputation of the left hip and thigh, meaning a portion of the limb was severed due to an injury, but not completely detached. The specific level of the amputation within the hip and thigh region is not documented. This code is used for encounters following the initial treatment of the injury.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up visits, rehabilitation sessions, or subsequent hospitalizations related to the ongoing care of a patient who sustained a partial traumatic amputation of the left hip and thigh. This includes wound care, management of complications, or preparation for prosthetic fitting after the initial injury has been addressed.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation clearly states "partial" amputation and specifies the left side.
Confirm the encounter is not the initial treatment for the injury; look for "subsequent encounter" in the notes.
If the level of amputation is specified (e.g., at the hip joint, mid-thigh), a more specific code should be used.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S78.922Partial traumatic amp of left hip and thigh, level unsp

S78.922D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S78Traumatic amputation of hip and thigh S78.0Traumatic amputation at hip joint S78.01Complete traumatic amputation at hip joint S78.011Complete traumatic amputation at right hip joint S78.011AComplete traumatic amputation at right hip joint, init