Acquired absence of right hip joint

This code indicates the permanent loss of the right hip joint due to a cause other than a congenital defect. This typically results from surgical removal (e.g., disarticulation, hemipelvectomy) or severe trauma leading to the complete absence of the joint structure. Patients will experience significant functional impairment and require prosthetic or assistive devices.

Assign this code for patients who have undergone a surgical procedure resulting in the complete removal of the right hip joint, such as a hip disarticulation or hemipelvectomy. It is also appropriate for cases where trauma has led to the irreversible absence of the joint. This code should be used as a secondary diagnosis to explain the patient's current anatomical status.

• Do not use this code for congenital absence of the hip joint; refer to codes in the Q65 category.
• Ensure documentation clearly states the acquired nature and laterality (right) of the hip joint absence.
• This code is for the absence of the joint, not for conditions like hip ankylosis or severe osteoarthritis where the joint is still present but dysfunctional.