Presence of right artificial hip joint

This code indicates that a patient has a prosthetic replacement for their right hip joint. This is a permanent condition resulting from a surgical procedure to replace a diseased or damaged hip with an artificial implant.

This code is used when documenting the presence of a right hip prosthesis, regardless of the reason for the original joint replacement. It is appropriate for follow-up care, post-operative visits after the initial healing period, or when the presence of the artificial joint is relevant to the patient's current medical status or treatment plan.

• Always specify laterality (right, left, or bilateral) when documenting artificial joints.
• Do not use this code for complications related to the artificial joint; instead, use appropriate T84.x codes.
• This code is for the presence of the device, not the procedure itself or the reason for the replacement.