Dislocation of internal right hip prosthesis, sequela

This code signifies a long-term complication arising from a prior dislocation of a prosthetic hip joint on the right side, specifically an internal prosthesis. It indicates that the patient is experiencing persistent issues or conditions directly attributable to that past dislocation event, rather than the acute dislocation itself.

Use this code when documenting conditions or symptoms that are a direct consequence of a previously treated dislocation of a right internal hip prosthesis. This applies to follow-up encounters where the patient is being managed for chronic pain, instability, or other sequelae stemming from the historical dislocation. Do not use for the initial or acute dislocation event.

• Ensure documentation clearly links the current condition to a past dislocation of the right internal hip prosthesis.
• This code is for sequelae, meaning the acute phase of the dislocation has passed.
• Always code any associated current symptoms or conditions in addition to this sequela code.