Q72.9
Non-billableUnspecified reduction defect of lower limb
Unspecified reduction defect 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
UMLS
- Ectromelia of lower limbC0265618
- Ectromelia of lower limb (disorder)C0265618
- Leg reduction deformityC0265618
- Reduction defects of lower limbC0265618
- Reduction deformity of lower limbC0265618
- Reduction deformity of lower limb (disorder)C0265618
- Unspecified reduction defect of lower limbC0265618
- Unspecified reduction defect of unspecified lower limbC0265618
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for unspecified reduction defect of lower limb?
The ICD-10-CM code for unspecified reduction defect of lower limb is Q72.9. The full clinical description is "Unspecified reduction defect of lower limb". Q72.9 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Q72.9 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Q72.9 represents "Unspecified reduction defect 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 Q72.9 a billable code?
No, Q72.9 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 Q72.9.
What chapter is Q72.9 in?
Q72.9 is in Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities (codes Q00-Q99).
What are the subcategories under Q72.9?
Q72.9 has 4 child codes, including: Q72.90 (Unspecified reduction defect of unspecified lower limb), Q72.91 (Unspecified reduction defect of right lower limb), Q72.92 (Unspecified reduction defect of left lower limb), Q72.93 (Unspecified reduction defect of lower limb, bilateral).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Q72.9?
Q72.9 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0265618. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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