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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Hallux Valgus

ICD-10 Coding for Hallux Valgus

M20.11
Q66.212

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for hallux valgus includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Bunion
Metatarsus Primus Varus
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Hallux Valgus

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Hallux Valgus

Use ICD-10 code M20.11 for acquired hallux valgus, right foot, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Acquired hallux valgus, right foot

Billable Code
M20.11
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Presence of pain and structural deformity
documentation:
  • • Explicit mention of right foot and hallux valgus

Applicable To

  • • Bunion of right foot

Important Notes

  • • Ensure laterality is documented clearly to avoid denials.

Congenital metatarsus primus varus, left foot

Billable Code
Q66.212
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Pediatric orthopedic evaluation
  • • Imaging confirmation

Applicable To

  • • Congenital deformity of left foot

Important Notes

  • • Ensure congenital nature is documented to avoid misclassification.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

G89.18

Acute post-procedural pain

Use for post-operative pain management.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for hallux valgus?

The ICD-10 code for acquired hallux valgus is M20.11 for the right foot and M20.12 for the left foot.

How to document hallux valgus for coding?

Document the laterality, structural deformity, and any associated pain or functional limitations.

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