Q72.40 – Longitudinal reduction defect of unspecified femur
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system
ICD-10-CM code
Q72.40
- Code
Q72.40(claims format:Q7240)- Description
- Longitudinal reduction defect of unspecified femur
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 17. Congenital malformations, deformations, chromosomal abnormalities, and genetic disorders (Q00-QA1)
- Block
- Q65-Q79 Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system
- Parent codes
- Q72 › Q72.4
Notes inherited from parent codes
Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.
Q72.4 – Longitudinal reduction defect of femur
Applicable to:
- Proximal femoral focal deficiency
Related codes in Q72.4
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Q72.40?
Q72.40 is the ICD-10-CM code for longitudinal reduction defect of unspecified femur, in the block Q65-Q79 (Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system).
Is Q72.40 a billable code?
Yes. Q72.40 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does Q72.40 belong to?
It belongs to category Q72 – Reduction defects of lower limb.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.