Q72.899
BillableOther 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
└Q72Reduction defects of lower limb└Q72.8Other reduction defects of lower limb└Q72.89Other reduction defects of lower limb└Q72.899Other reduction defects of unspecified lower limb
└Q72.899Other reduction defects of unspecified lower limb