ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q72.4
Longitudinal reduction defect of femur
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q72.4
Inclusion Terms
Proximal femoral focal deficiency
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q72.4 (Longitudinal reduction defect of femur)
ICD-10-CM code Q72.4 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 Q72.4 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q72.4 - Longitudinal reduction defect of femur. 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 Longitudinal reduction defect of femur.