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M20.40

Billable

Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A condition where one or more toes develop a bent, claw-like appearance on an unspecified foot, typically acquired over time.

Coding Tips

  • •Use this code only when the specific foot is not documented; obtain clarification on laterality when possible
  • •Hammer toe can affect multiple toes; document which toes are involved for comprehensive coding

Code Hierarchy

└M20Acquired deformities of fingers and toes└M20.4Other hammer toe(s) (acquired)└M20.40Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot
└M20.40Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot

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