Oth congen malform of lower limb(s), including pelvic girdle

This code signifies a birth defect affecting the lower extremities, including the hip bones, that is not classified elsewhere. It encompasses a range of structural abnormalities present at birth, impacting the form or function of the legs or pelvic girdle.

Assign this code when documentation specifies a congenital malformation of the lower limb(s) or pelvic girdle that is not more specifically categorized by another ICD-10-CM code. Examples include congenital genu recurvatum, congenital bowing of the tibia not due to rickets, or other unspecified congenital deformities of the lower limb.

• Ensure the documentation clearly states the condition is congenital and affects the lower limb(s) or pelvic girdle.
• Carefully review for more specific codes within the Q65-Q79 range before assigning this general code.
• Remember the Excludes1 note; never code this with anteversion of femur (neck) (Q65.89).