S73.0
Non-Billable

Subluxation and dislocation of hip

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Subluxation and dislocation of hip?

ICD-10-CM S73.0 is the diagnosis code for Subluxation and dislocation of hip. This code falls under the section "Injuries to the hip and thigh" within Chapter 19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for S73.0

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in S73.0. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • dislocation and subluxation of hip prosthesis (T84.020, T84.021)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where S73.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 5 entries
S73.00Unspecified subluxation and dislocation of hipNon-BillableS73.001Unspecified subluxation of right hipBillableS73.002Unspecified subluxation of left hipBillableS73.003Unspecified subluxation of unspecified hipBillableS73.004Unspecified dislocation of right hipBillableS73.005Unspecified dislocation of left hipBillableS73.006Unspecified dislocation of unspecified hipBillableS73.01Posterior subluxation and dislocation of hipNon-BillableS73.011Posterior subluxation of right hipBillableS73.012Posterior subluxation of left hipBillableS73.013Posterior subluxation of unspecified hipBillableS73.014Posterior dislocation of right hipBillableS73.015Posterior dislocation of left hipBillableS73.016Posterior dislocation of unspecified hipBillableS73.02Obturator subluxation and dislocation of hipNon-BillableS73.021Obturator subluxation of right hipBillableS73.022Obturator subluxation of left hipBillableS73.023Obturator subluxation of unspecified hipBillableS73.024Obturator dislocation of right hipBillableS73.025Obturator dislocation of left hipBillableS73.026Obturator dislocation of unspecified hipBillableS73.03Other anterior subluxation and dislocation of hipNon-BillableS73.031Other anterior subluxation of right hipBillableS73.032Other anterior subluxation of left hipBillableS73.033Other anterior subluxation of unspecified hipBillableS73.034Other anterior dislocation of right hipBillableS73.035Other anterior dislocation of left hipBillableS73.036Other anterior dislocation of unspecified hipBillableS73.04Central subluxation and dislocation of hipNon-BillableS73.041Central subluxation of right hipBillableS73.042Central subluxation of left hipBillableS73.043Central subluxation of unspecified hipBillableS73.044Central dislocation of right hipBillableS73.045Central dislocation of left hipBillableS73.046Central dislocation of unspecified hipBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is S73.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, S73.0 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does S73.0 mean?

S73.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Subluxation and dislocation of hip". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of S73.0?

The parent code of S73.0 is S73 ("Dislocation and sprain of joint and ligaments of hip"). S73.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is S73.0 in?

S73.0 is located in Section S70-S79 — "Injuries to the hip and thigh" within Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of S73.0?

S73.0 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: S73.00, S73.01, S73.02, S73.03, S73.04.

When should I use S73.0?

Use S73.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Subluxation and dislocation of hip" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Subluxation and dislocation of hip?

The ICD-10-CM code for Subluxation and dislocation of hip is S73.0.

Can S73.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, S73.0 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is S73.0 in?

S73.0 is in Chapter 19 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is S73.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, S73.0 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
S73.0
Subluxation and dislocation of hip
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
19 — Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88)
S70-S79 — Injuries to the hip and thigh
2026 ICD-10-CM