2025 ICD-10-CM code Q70.32
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Deletion Date: N/A Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities - Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99) Feed
Webbed toes on the left foot.
Medical necessity for the diagnosis code Q70.32 is established through clinical findings documenting the presence of webbed toes.Further intervention, such as surgical separation of the toes, may be considered medically necessary based on factors such as the extent of webbing and functional impact. The decision to intervene will depend on the clinical judgment of the physician.
The clinical responsibility lies with the physician or healthcare professional who diagnoses and manages the condition. This includes performing a thorough physical examination, potentially obtaining imaging studies (e.g., X-rays), and determining the need for surgical correction or other interventions. Accurate documentation is critical for coding and reimbursement purposes.
- Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99)
- Q65-Q79 (Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system)
In simple words: This code describes a condition where the toes on the left foot are joined together by skin at birth.
This ICD-10-CM code classifies the congenital anomaly of webbed toes specifically located on the left foot.It denotes the presence of soft tissue webbing between the toes at birth, resulting in a physical connection. This code is for use in clinical settings and is not applicable to maternal records.It excludes inborn errors of metabolism.
Example 1: A newborn infant presents with webbed second and third toes on the left foot. The condition is identified during a routine physical examination.The physician documents the findings, orders no further investigation, and provides a diagnosis of Q70.32., A child is diagnosed with syndactyly (webbed toes) involving the left foot. Surgical intervention is performed to separate the connected toes. The physician documents the preoperative and postoperative findings, along with the surgical procedure.Q70.32 is used to report the diagnosis., A pregnant woman undergoes an ultrasound, which reveals a potential case of webbed toes in the fetus. However, Q70.32 is not to be used for maternal records. Instead, an appropriate code for prenatal findings will be used.
Complete and accurate documentation is necessary to accurately code Q70.32. This includes a detailed description of the affected toes, their location (left foot), the extent of webbing, and any associated anomalies.If surgical intervention is performed, the procedure notes should clearly describe the surgical steps, including the separation technique and closure details.Imaging reports should be available for review if used to confirm the diagnosis.
** This code is specific to webbed toes on the left foot. If webbed toes are present on the right foot, or multiple feet, a different code should be used. Always refer to the current ICD-10-CM manual for the most accurate coding guidance.
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- Specialties:Pediatric surgery, orthopedics, genetics
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