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Q72.899

Billable

Other reduction defects of unspecified lower limb

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

What This Code Means

A birth defect of an unspecified leg involving underdevelopment or absence of bone or tissue, other than simple shortening.

Coding Tips

  • Use only when laterality is not specified in documentation
  • Query provider to determine if defect is right, left, or bilateral for more specific coding

Code Hierarchy

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