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Q60.0

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Renal agenesis, unilateral

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

What This Code Means

A birth defect where one kidney fails to develop, leaving the person with only one functioning kidney.

Coding Tips

  • •Specify which kidney is absent (left or right) in documentation to ensure accurate coding
  • •Monitor renal function as the remaining kidney may be at increased risk for disease; ensure appropriate follow-up is documented

Code Hierarchy

└Q60Renal agenesis and other reduction defects of kidney└Q60.0Renal agenesis, unilateral
└Q60.0Renal agenesis, unilateral

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