Other congenital malformations of limb(s) (Q74)

The ICD-10 code Q74 covers a range of other congenital malformations of limbs, detailing specific malformations of upper limbs, knees, lower limbs, and unspecified limb defects. These codes are specifically used to classify diverse, often complex congenital conditions affecting bones, joints, and surrounding structures of the limbs and pelvic girdle.

The ICD-10 code for other congenital malformations of upper limb(s) (Q74.0) includes a broad spectrum of conditions such as bilateral humero-ulnar synostosis, congenital deformities of the scapula, radius, and ulna, polydactyly, and congenital dislocations of shoulder joints. Coders encountering terms like congenital trigger finger, Steel syndrome, or radial ray defect syndrome will find these appropriately categorized under Q74.0. Q74.1 is used for congenital malformations of the knee, covering conditions such as congenital genu varum or valgum, dislocation of patella, and congenital dysplasia of knee joints. For the lower limbs and pelvic girdle, Q74.2 applies to malformations like tibiofibular synostosis, agenesis of pelvic bones, congenital torsions, or macrodactyly of the toes. Q74.3 is dedicated to arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, a syndrome characterized by multiple joint contractures present at birth, also referenced by synonymous terms like distal arthrogryposis or inherited arthrogryposis. The section also includes Q74.8 for other specified congenital limb malformations, capturing rare syndromes and anomalies such as camptodactyly syndrome, multiple pterygium syndromes, or phocomelia. Lastly, Q74.9 addresses unspecified congenital malformations of limb(s) where precise diagnosis is unavailable but congenital anomalies exist. This classification helps medical coders link clinical terms and syndromic descriptors to the correct ICD-10 code for congenital limb malformations, facilitating accurate documentation and medical record clarity.