Congenital complete absence of left lower limb

This code signifies the congenital absence of the entire left lower extremity, meaning the limb was not formed at birth. This is a severe birth defect involving the complete lack of development of the left leg, including the foot, ankle, and all segments proximal to the hip.

Apply this code when documentation clearly states a complete congenital absence of the left lower limb. This typically occurs in neonates or infants diagnosed at birth or shortly thereafter. Supporting documentation would include physician notes, imaging reports (e.g., ultrasound, MRI), and genetic testing results confirming the congenital anomaly.

• Ensure "complete" absence is documented; partial absence or hypoplasia would require a different code.
• Verify laterality (left vs. right) is explicitly stated in the medical record.
• Do not confuse with acquired amputations, which are coded differently.