Mech compl of internal right hip prosthesis, subs encntr

Other mechanical complication of internal right hip prosthesis, subsequent encounter

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-specific mechanical issue affecting a right hip replacement that is not explicitly categorized elsewhere. It covers various types of device failures or malfunctions within the prosthesis itself, excluding infection or fracture.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for follow-up care related to a previously identified mechanical complication of a right hip prosthesis. This includes situations where a patient presents for evaluation, treatment, or management of an ongoing or resolving issue such as loosening, dislocation, or component wear, after the initial treatment phase.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure the encounter is for subsequent care, not the initial treatment of the complication.
Confirm the complication is mechanical and specifically involves the right hip prosthesis.
If a more specific mechanical complication (e.g., T84.010D for loosening) is documented, use that code instead.

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Code Hierarchy

▲T84.090Mech compl of internal right hip prosthesis

T84.090D(current)

Crosswalks

V58.89ApproxICD-9

Same Category

T84Complications of internal orthopedic prosth dev/grft T84.0Mechanical complication of internal joint prosthesis T84.01Broken internal joint prosthesis T84.010Broken internal right hip prosthesis T84.010ABroken internal right hip prosthesis, initial encounter