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Q72.42

Billable

Longitudinal reduction defect of left femur

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

What This Code Means

A birth defect where the left thighbone (femur) is shortened or partially missing from birth.

Coding Tips

  • •Confirm left side documentation; if bilateral, use Q72.43 instead
  • •Note any associated mobility limitations or functional impact in the medical record

Code Hierarchy

└Q72Reduction defects of lower limb└Q72.4Longitudinal reduction defect of femur└Q72.42Longitudinal reduction defect of left femur
└Q72.42Longitudinal reduction defect of left femur

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