ICD-10-CM M79.A29: Nontraumatic compartment syndrome of unspecified lower extremity

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About ICD-10-CM Code M79.A29 (Nontraumatic compartment syndrome of unspecified lower extremity)

ICD-10-CM code M79.A29 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM M79.A29 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about M79.A29 - Nontraumatic compartment syndrome of unspecified lower extremity. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Nontraumatic compartment syndrome of unspecified lower extremity.