ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Hip: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BQ41 includes procedures performed to image anatomical structures and flow information in the left hip. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when real-time ultrasonography of the left hip is performed to evaluate anatomy, joint effusion, soft tissue, or vascular flow. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BQ41 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy and appropriate case mix assignment.

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Left Hip Ultrasonography Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes real-time ultrasonography performed on the left hip and targets the non-axial lower bones body system. Procedures involve capture and real-time display of images derived from reflected high-frequency sound waves to visualize hip anatomy and flow information. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding for these procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
Q	Body System	Non-Axial Lower Bones
4	Operation	Ultrasonography
1	Body Part	Hip, Left

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Left Hip Ultrasonography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
Q	Body System	Non-Axial Lower Bones
4	Operation	Ultrasonography
1	Body Part	Hip, Left

When to Use

Use a code from this group when real-time ultrasonography is performed on the left hip during an inpatient encounter to evaluate structural or hemodynamic findings. Select the specific ICD-10-PCS code that matches the procedure details and laterality to ensure accurate inpatient reporting.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

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ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BQ41ZZZ	Ultrasonography of Left Hip

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient is admitted from the emergency department with acute left hip pain, swelling, and limited range of motion after a fall; concern for an effusion or occult fracture leads the inpatient team to obtain real-time ultrasonography to evaluate joint effusion, guide diagnostic aspiration if present, and assess surrounding soft tissues. Typical codes: BQ41ZZZ
An elderly inpatient with known osteoarthritis and progressive left groin pain is scheduled for preoperative evaluation before left hip arthroplasty; bedside ultrasonography is performed to document baseline joint anatomy, detect synovitis or effusion, and assess vascular flow of periarticular structures as part of the preoperative workup. Typical codes: BQ41ZZZ
A hospitalized patient develops fever and increasing tenderness of the left hip postoperatively after an unrelated procedure; clinicians perform real-time ultrasonography to evaluate for septic arthritis or deep soft-tissue infection, to identify fluid collections for diagnostic aspiration, and to monitor response to therapy. Typical codes: BQ41ZZZ

Related Codes

BQ40-RIGHT-HIP-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

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BQ42-HIPS-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Hips: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ47-RIGHT-KNEE-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Knee: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ48-LEFT-KNEE-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Knee: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ49-KNEES-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Knees: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

1 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BQ41ZZZ	Ultrasonography of Left Hip

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient is admitted from the emergency department with acute left hip pain, swelling, and limited range of motion after a fall; concern for an effusion or occult fracture leads the inpatient team to obtain real-time ultrasonography to evaluate joint effusion, guide diagnostic aspiration if present, and assess surrounding soft tissues. Typical codes: BQ41ZZZ
An elderly inpatient with known osteoarthritis and progressive left groin pain is scheduled for preoperative evaluation before left hip arthroplasty; bedside ultrasonography is performed to document baseline joint anatomy, detect synovitis or effusion, and assess vascular flow of periarticular structures as part of the preoperative workup. Typical codes: BQ41ZZZ
A hospitalized patient develops fever and increasing tenderness of the left hip postoperatively after an unrelated procedure; clinicians perform real-time ultrasonography to evaluate for septic arthritis or deep soft-tissue infection, to identify fluid collections for diagnostic aspiration, and to monitor response to therapy. Typical codes: BQ41ZZZ

Related Codes

BQ40-RIGHT-HIP-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Hip: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ42-HIPS-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Hips: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ47-RIGHT-KNEE-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Right Knee: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ48-LEFT-KNEE-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Knee: Procedure Code Group Overview

BQ49-KNEES-ULTRASONOGRAPHY

ICD-10-PCS Code For Knees: Procedure Code Group Overview

Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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Left Hip Ultrasonography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

ICD-10-PCS Code For Left Hip: Procedure Code Group Overview

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Left Hip Ultrasonography Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What is the purpose of the ICD-10-PCS code group `BQ41`?

Which specific code represents ultrasonography of the left hip in this group?

Under which ICD-10-PCS section and body system does `BQ41` fall?

How does accurate coding within `BQ41` affect inpatient records?

For what clinical purposes is left hip ultrasonography captured by `BQ41` typically performed?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What is the purpose of the ICD-10-PCS code group `BQ41`?

Which specific code represents ultrasonography of the left hip in this group?

Under which ICD-10-PCS section and body system does `BQ41` fall?

How does accurate coding within `BQ41` affect inpatient records?

For what clinical purposes is left hip ultrasonography captured by `BQ41` typically performed?

References