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BillableAcquired absence of limb, unspecified
Z89.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for Acquired absence of limb, unspecified. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
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MedlinePlus · NIHPeople can lose all or part of an arm or leg for many reasons. Common ones include: Problems with the flow of blood through your body. These may be the result of atherosclerosis or diabetes. Severe cases may result in amputation (the surgical removal of a limb). Injuries, including from traffic accidents and military combat. Cancer. Birth defects. Some amputees have phantom pain, which is the feeling of pain in the…
Read more about Limb Loss at MedlinePlus ↗Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.
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Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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