Q71.8
Non-billableOther reduction defects of upper limb
Other reduction defects of upper limb
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- inborn errors of metabolism (E70-E88)
Child Codes (2)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for other reduction defects of upper limb?
The ICD-10-CM code for other reduction defects of upper limb is Q71.8. The full clinical description is "Other reduction defects of upper limb". Q71.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Q71.8 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Q71.8 represents "Other reduction defects of upper limb". It is classified under Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Q71.8 a billable code?
No, Q71.8 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 2 child codes under Q71.8.
What chapter is Q71.8 in?
Q71.8 is in Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities (codes Q00-Q99).
What are the subcategories under Q71.8?
Q71.8 has 2 child codes, including: Q71.81 (Congenital shortening of upper limb), Q71.89 (Other reduction defects of upper limb).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Q71.8?
Q71.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0478067. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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