2025 ICD-10-CM code Q70.01
(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
Fused fingers on the right hand.
Medical necessity is established through clinical documentation demonstrating the presence of the congenital malformation and the need for appropriate medical care and possible surgical intervention.
The clinical responsibility for this code lies with the physician or healthcare provider who diagnoses the congenital anomaly.This involves a physical examination and often imaging studies to confirm the diagnosis and the extent of the fusion.
- Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99)
- Q70.0-Q70.9: Syndactyly
In simple words: This code describes babies born with fingers on their right hand that are fused or joined together.
This ICD-10-CM code, Q70.01, specifies the congenital condition of fused fingers specifically located on the right hand.It's used to classify this specific type of musculoskeletal malformation.The code does not include inborn errors of metabolism.
Example 1: A newborn infant is examined, and a physical exam reveals complete fusion of the second and third fingers on the right hand.The condition is confirmed through an x-ray., A child is seen in clinic for evaluation of a congenital hand deformity.Examination shows partial fusion of the ring and little fingers on the right hand.The diagnosis is made and the code applied., During a routine prenatal ultrasound, a potential fusion of fingers on the right hand is noted in the fetus.The condition is later confirmed at birth with physical examination.
Detailed description of the affected fingers (which fingers are fused, the extent of fusion, complete vs. partial),results of imaging studies (x-rays), and clinical findings from the physical examination should be documented in the patient's chart.Any associated anomalies should also be noted.
** This code is not for use on maternal records.Excludes inborn errors of metabolism.
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