Q72.89
Non-billableOther reduction defects of lower limb
Other reduction defects of lower 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 (4)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for other reduction defects of lower limb?
The ICD-10-CM code for other reduction defects of lower limb is Q72.89. The full clinical description is "Other reduction defects of lower limb". Q72.89 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Q72.89 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Q72.89 represents "Other reduction defects of lower 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 Q72.89 a billable code?
No, Q72.89 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 4 child codes under Q72.89.
What chapter is Q72.89 in?
Q72.89 is in Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities (codes Q00-Q99).
What are the subcategories under Q72.89?
Q72.89 has 4 child codes, including: Q72.891 (Other reduction defects of right lower limb), Q72.892 (Other reduction defects of left lower limb), Q72.893 (Other reduction defects of lower limb, bilateral), Q72.899 (Other reduction defects of unspecified lower limb).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Q72.89?
Q72.89 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0478068. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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