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2024 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code S73.00

Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hip

ICD-10-CM Code:
S73.00
ICD-10 Code for:
Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hip
Is Billable?
Not Valid for Submission
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Code Classification

  • Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes
    (S00–T88)
    • Injuries to the hip and thigh
      (S70-S79)
      • Dislocation and sprain of joint and ligaments of hip
        (S73)

S73.00 is a non-specific and non-billable diagnosis code code, consider using a code with a higher level of specificity for a diagnosis of unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hip. The code is not specific and is NOT valid for the year 2024 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions. Category or Header define the heading of a category of codes that may be further subdivided by the use of 4th, 5th, 6th or 7th characters.

Unspecified diagnosis codes like S73.00 are acceptable when clinical information is unknown or not available about a particular condition. Although a more specific code is preferable, unspecified codes should be used when such codes most accurately reflect what is known about a patient's condition. Specific diagnosis codes should not be used if not supported by the patient's medical record.

Specific Coding Applicable to Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hip

Non-specific codes like S73.00 require more digits to indicate the appropriate level of specificity. Consider using any of the following ICD-10-CM codes with a higher level of specificity when coding for unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hip:

  • S73.001 for Unspecified subluxation of right hip - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.001A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.001D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.001S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S73.002 for Unspecified subluxation of left hip - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.002A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.002D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.002S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S73.003 for Unspecified subluxation of unspecified hip - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.003A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.003D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.003S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S73.004 for Unspecified dislocation of right hip - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.004A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.004D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.004S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S73.005 for Unspecified dislocation of left hip - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.005A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.005D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.005S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

  • S73.006 for Unspecified dislocation of unspecified hip - NON-BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.006A for initial encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.006D for subsequent encounter - BILLABLE CODE

  • Use S73.006S for sequela - BILLABLE CODE

Coding Guidelines

The appropriate 7th character is to be added to each code from block Dislocation and sprain of joint and ligaments of hip (S73). Use the following options for the aplicable episode of care:

  • A - initial encounter
  • D - subsequent encounter
  • S - sequela

Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries

The following annotation back-references are applicable to this diagnosis code. The Tabular List of Diseases and Injuries is a list of ICD-10-CM codes, organized "head to toe" into chapters and sections with coding notes and guidance for inclusions, exclusions, descriptions and more.


Inclusion Terms

Inclusion Terms
These terms are the conditions for which that code is to be used. The terms may be synonyms of the code title, or, in the case of "other specified" codes, the terms are a list of the various conditions assigned to that code. The inclusion terms are not necessarily exhaustive. Additional terms found only in the Alphabetic Index may also be assigned to a code.
  • Dislocation of hip NOS
  • Subluxation of hip NOS

Index to Diseases and Injuries References

The following annotation back-references for this diagnosis code are found in the injuries and diseases index. The Index to Diseases and Injuries is an alphabetical listing of medical terms, with each term mapped to one or more ICD-10-CM code(s).

Patient Education


Dislocations

Dislocations are joint injuries that force the ends of your bones out of position. The cause is often a fall or a blow, sometimes from playing a contact sport. You can dislocate your ankles, knees, shoulders, hips, elbows and jaw. You can also dislocate your finger and toe joints. Dislocated joints often are swollen, very painful and visibly out of place. You may not be able to move it.

A dislocated joint is an emergency. If you have one, seek medical attention. Treatment depends on which joint you dislocate and the severity of the injury. It might include manipulations to reposition your bones, medicine, a splint or sling, and rehabilitation. When properly repositioned, a joint will usually function and move normally again in a few weeks. Once you dislocate a shoulder or kneecap, you are more likely to dislocate it again. Wearing protective gear during sports may help prevent dislocations.


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Hip Injuries and Disorders

Your hip is the joint where your femur (thigh bone) meets your pelvis (hip bone). There are two main parts: a ball at the end of the femur, which fits in a socket in the pelvis. Your hip is known as a ball-and-socket joint. This is because you have a ball at the end of your femur, and it fits into a socket in your pelvis. This makes your hips very stable and allows for a wide range of motion. When they are healthy, it takes great force to hurt them. However, playing sports, running, overuse, or falling can sometimes lead to hip injuries such as:

  • Strains
  • Bursitis
  • Dislocations
  • Fractures (broken bones)

Certain diseases also lead to hip injuries or problems. Osteoarthritis can cause pain and limited motion. Osteoporosis of the hip causes weak bones that break easily. Both of these are common in older people.

Another problem is hip dysplasia, where the ball at the end of the femur is loose in the hip socket. It can cause hip dislocation. Babies who have hip dysplasia are usually born with it, but sometimes they develop it later.

Treatment for hip disorders may include rest, medicines, physical therapy, or surgery, including hip replacement.


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Code History

  • FY 2024 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2023 through 9/30/2024
  • FY 2023 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2022 through 9/30/2023
  • FY 2022 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2021 through 9/30/2022
  • FY 2021 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2020 through 9/30/2021
  • FY 2020 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2019 through 9/30/2020
  • FY 2019 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2018 through 9/30/2019
  • FY 2018 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2017 through 9/30/2018
  • FY 2017 - No Change, effective from 10/1/2016 through 9/30/2017
  • FY 2016 - New Code, effective from 10/1/2015 through 9/30/2016. This was the first year ICD-10-CM was implemented into the HIPAA code set.