M21.1 Non-Billable Code
Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified
Chapter Classification
Chapter 13
Diseases of the musculoskeletal system and connective tissue (M00-M99)
Section Detail
M20-M25
Other joint disorders (M20-M25)
Code Hierarchy
This code is a child of M21.
As a non-billable code, it requires more specific digits to be used on a medical claim.
As a non-billable code, it requires more specific digits to be used on a medical claim.
Coding Guidelines & Notes
excludes1
- metatarsus varus (Q66.22-)
- tibia vara (M92.51-)
More Specific Diagnosis Codes
This code is not billable as it requires a higher level of specificity. Select a more specific code below.
- M21.10 - Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, unspecified site Billable
- M21.12 - Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, elbow
- M21.15 - Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, hip
- M21.16 - Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, knee
- M21.17 - Varus deformity, not elsewhere classified, ankle
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