2025 ICD-10-CM code Q72.72
Split foot, left lower limb. This is a congenital condition characterized by a cleft or division in the foot.
Medical necessity is established by the presence of a congenital split foot affecting the form and function of the lower limb.
In simple words: A birth defect where the left foot is split or divided.
A congenital malformation characterized by a cleft or division in the left foot, typically involving the soft tissues and sometimes the bones.
Example 1: A newborn infant is examined and found to have a deep cleft between the second and third toes of their left foot., A fetus is diagnosed with a split foot on ultrasound during prenatal screening. The cleft extends through the metatarsals of the left foot., A child presents with a split foot affecting the left lower limb, impacting their ability to walk normally.
Documentation should include the extent and location of the cleft, involvement of bones or just soft tissues, any associated anomalies, and impact on function.
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, Office