Q72.813 – Congenital shortening of lower limb, bilateral
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system
ICD-10-CM code
Q72.813
- Code
Q72.813(claims format:Q72813)- Description
- Congenital shortening of lower limb, bilateral
- 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 › Q72.8 › Q72.81
Related codes in Q72.81
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Q72.813?
Q72.813 is the ICD-10-CM code for congenital shortening of lower limb, bilateral, in the block Q65-Q79 (Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system).
Is Q72.813 a billable code?
Yes. Q72.813 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does Q72.813 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.