2025 ICD-10-CM code Q72.1
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities - Reduction defects of lower limb 7 Feed
Congenital absence of the thigh and lower leg with the foot present.
Medical necessity for interventions related to this condition stems from the functional limitations it imposes. Treatment aims to improve mobility, function, and quality of life.
Diagnosing and managing this congenital condition typically involves specialists in pediatric orthopedics, genetics, and rehabilitation medicine.
In simple words: A baby is born missing the thigh and lower leg on one or both sides, but the foot is still there, attached directly to the body.
This condition is present from birth and involves the absence of the thigh and lower leg on one or both sides, with the foot directly connected to the body.
Example 1: A newborn infant is examined and found to have a missing thigh and lower leg on the left side, with the foot attached directly to the torso., A fetus is diagnosed prenatally with bilateral absence of the thighs and lower legs, but both feet are present, closer to the body., A child with a congenital absence of the thigh and lower leg undergoes a prosthetic fitting to improve mobility and function.
Documentation should include a detailed physical examination describing the limb anomaly, imaging studies (X-rays, ultrasound), genetic testing results if available, and any associated conditions.
** This condition falls under the broader category of reduction defects of the lower limbs (Q72). It is distinct from other limb anomalies, such as complete absence of the lower limb (Q72.0) or absence of both lower leg and foot (Q72.2).
- Specialties:Pediatric orthopedics, genetics, rehabilitation medicine
- Place of Service:Inpatient Hospital, On Campus-Outpatient Hospital, Office