icd-10 code for metatarsus adductus

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Congenital metatarsus adductus, unspecified foot

  • Q66.229 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
  • The 2022 edition of ICD-10-CM Q66.229 became effective on October 1, 2021.
  • This is the American ICD-10-CM version of Q66.229 - other international versions of ICD-10 Q66.229 may differ.

Q66.229

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What is congenital metatarsus Adductus?

Congenital metatarsus adductus, a deformity at the tarsometatarsal joints in which the metatarsals are deviated internally in relation to transverse plane, predisposes to "pigeon-toed" gait. Treatment is aimed at achieving normally balanced foot by overcorrection at the deformity sites.

What is diagnosis code M21 6X2?

Other acquired deformities of left foot2022 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code M21. 6X2: Other acquired deformities of left foot.

How is metatarsus Adductus treated?

Metatarsus Adductus Treatment Treatment with casts or special shoes is occasionally needed. Surgery is rarely necessary but can be recommended for children aged 4 or older with a severe deformity. There are various surgical procedures available to reshape the foot.

What is the ICD 10 code for metatarsalgia?

M77.4ICD-10 | Metatarsalgia (M77. 4)

How do they fix metatarsus adductus in adults?

Treatment for Metatarsus AdductusStretching exercises for the feet, to be performed both in-office and at home.Splints or special shoes designed to hold the feet in proper alignment.Foot and leg casting. ... Surgery is rarely need, but sometimes necessary in extreme cases.

Can metatarsus adductus be corrected?

Most cases of metatarsus adductus with mild, flexible deformity will spontaneously correct without treatment. Passive stretching exercises are routinely recommended although some believe that stretching by parents does not help and may be harmful, particularly if not performed correctly.

Does metatarsus adductus affect walking?

What are the symptoms of metatarsus adductus in a child? A child with MTA has a forefoot that turns inward. He or she may walk or run with the feet turned inward instead of straight.

What is the ICD-10 code for right foot pain?

ICD-10 | Pain in right foot (M79. 671)

What is the ICD-10 code for neuropathy?

Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified G60. 9 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What is ICD-10 code for Left foot Pain?

ICD-10 | Pain in left foot (M79. 672)