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M89.762

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Major osseous defect, left lower leg

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

What This Code Means

A significant loss or defect in the bone structure of the left lower leg, including the tibia, fibula, or both bones.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify which bone(s) are affected (tibia, fibula, or both) in the clinical documentation when possible
  • •Ensure left side laterality is clearly documented to distinguish from M89.761

Code Hierarchy

└M89Other disorders of bone└M89.7Major osseous defect└M89.76Major osseous defect, lower leg└M89.762Major osseous defect, left lower leg
└M89.762Major osseous defect, left lower leg

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