M21.42 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired), left foot for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.
Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to M21.42 ICD10 Code:
- M00-M99 Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue
- M20-M25 Other joint disorders
- M21 Other acquired deformities of limbs
- M21.0 Valgus deformity, not elsewhere classified
- M21.1 Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified
- M21.2 Flexion deformity
- M21.3 Wrist or foot drop (acquired)
- M21.4 Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired)
- M21.5 Acquired clawhand, clubhand, clawfoot and clubfoot
- M21.6 Other acquired deformities of foot
- M21.7 Unequal limb length (acquired)
- M21.8 Other specified acquired deformities of limbs
- M21.9 Unspecified acquired deformity of limb and hand
Present On Admission (POA Exempt)
M21.42 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting
Clinical information about M21.42 ICD 10 code
Each of your feet has 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments. No wonder a lot of things can go wrong. Here are a few common problems:
- Bunions - hard, painful bumps on the big toe joint
- Corns and calluses - thickened skin from friction or pressure
- Plantar warts - warts on the soles of your feet
- Fallen arches - also called flat feet
Ill-fitting shoes often cause these problems. Aging and being overweight also increase your chances of having foot problems.
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