Find comprehensive information on intoeing, including metatarsus adductus, tibial torsion, and femoral anteversion. This resource covers diagnosis, treatment, clinical documentation, and medical coding for intoeing in children and adults. Learn about ICD-10 codes, physical examination findings, and best practices for accurate healthcare record keeping related to intoeing gait abnormalities. Explore resources for parents, clinicians, and coders seeking information on intoeing assessment and management.
Also known as
Other acquired deformities of limb
Covers nonspecific acquired limb deformities, including intoeing.
Other congenital musculoskeletal deformities
Includes various congenital limb deformities that may cause intoeing.
Congenital malformations of the musculoskeletal system
Encompasses congenital conditions affecting bones and joints potentially leading to intoeing.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is the intoeing due to metatarsus adductus?
Yes
Code M24.81 (Other specified deformities of foot)
No
Is it due to internal tibial torsion?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Feet point inwards while walking |
Twisted shin bone |
Femur inward rotation |
Coding intoeing without laterality or specific anatomical site (e.g., metatarsus adductus, tibial torsion) leads to unspecified codes and claim denials.
Intoeing diagnosis coding varies significantly with age. Incorrect age-specific codes (e.g., physiologic vs. pathologic) impact reimbursement.
Insufficient documentation of intoeing severity, etiology, and impact on gait can lead to coding inaccuracies and compliance issues.
Patient presents with intoeing, also known as pes varus or metatarsus adductus, impacting gait and lower extremity alignment. Onset of intoeing was noted at (age of onset) and is (unilateral or bilateral). Family history is (positive or negative) for intoeing, specifically (specify familial relation and condition if positive). Patient denies pain, discomfort, or functional limitations. Physical examination reveals (internal tibial torsion, femoral anteversion, or metatarsus adductus) as the primary cause of intoeing. The thigh-foot angle is measured at (degrees), and the transmalleolar axis is (degrees). Gait analysis demonstrates (describe gait abnormalities, e.g., tripping, stumbling, or inward foot progression). Assessment includes differential diagnosis considerations such as clubfoot, cerebral palsy, and other neuromuscular conditions, which were ruled out based on (specific findings). The intoeing is assessed as (mild, moderate, or severe) based on clinical findings. Treatment plan includes (observation, physical therapy referral for stretching and strengthening exercises, orthotics, serial casting, or surgical intervention if indicated). Patient education provided on the natural history of intoeing, expected prognosis, and importance of follow-up. Follow-up scheduled in (timeframe) to monitor progression and adjust treatment plan as necessary. ICD-10 code (specify appropriate code, e.g., M24.49 for other specified deformities of foot) and CPT codes (specify relevant codes for evaluation and management, e.g., 99213 for established patient office visit, or procedure codes if applicable) will be documented for billing and coding purposes.