Q72.03
BillableCongenital complete absence of lower limb, bilateral
This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).
What This Code Means
A birth defect where both lower legs are completely absent from birth. This is a severe limb deficiency affecting both sides of the body.
Coding Tips
- •Verify documentation specifies 'complete absence' and 'bilateral' to distinguish from partial limb deficiencies
- •This code may require additional codes for prosthetic fitting or rehabilitation services
Code Hierarchy
└Q72Reduction defects of lower limb└Q72.0Congenital complete absence of lower limb└Q72.03Congenital complete absence of lower limb, bilateral
└Q72.03Congenital complete absence of lower limb, bilateral