Z89.61
Non-billableAcquired absence of leg above knee
Acquired absence of leg above knee
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Acquired absence of leg NOS
- Disarticulation at knee
Includes
Conditions included under this code
- amputation status
- postprocedural loss of limb
- post-traumatic loss of limb
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
Code Also
A second code may be required; sequencing depends on circumstances
- any follow-up examination (Z08-Z09)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for acquired absence of leg above knee?
The ICD-10-CM code for acquired absence of leg above knee is Z89.61. The full clinical description is "Acquired absence of leg above knee". Z89.61 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Z89.61 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Z89.61 represents "Acquired absence of leg above knee". It is classified under Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Z89.61 a billable code?
No, Z89.61 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under Z89.61.
What chapter is Z89.61 in?
Z89.61 is in Chapter 22: Factors Influencing Health Status and Contact With Health Services (codes Z00-Z99).
What codes cannot be used with Z89.61?
Z89.61 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: acquired deformities of limbs (M20-M21); congenital absence of limbs (Q71-Q73).
What are the subcategories under Z89.61?
Z89.61 has 3 child codes, including: Z89.611 (Acquired absence of right leg above knee), Z89.612 (Acquired absence of left leg above knee), Z89.619 (Acquired absence of unspecified leg above knee).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Z89.61?
Z89.61 is linked to 3 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C2911425, C0476697, C2911675. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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