Q75.04
Non-billableLambdoid craniosynostosis
Lambdoid craniosynostosis
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Inclusion Terms
Alternative clinical terms for this condition
- Non-deformational posterior plagiocephaly
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- congenital malformation of face NOS (Q18.-)
- congenital malformation syndromes classified to Q87.-
- dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] (M26.-)
- musculoskeletal deformities of head and face (Q67.0-Q67.4)
- skull defects associated with congenital anomalies of brain such as:
- anencephaly (Q00.0)
- encephalocele (Q01.-)
- hydrocephalus (Q03.-)
- microcephaly (Q02)
- dolichocephaly (Q67.2)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- inborn errors of metabolism (E70-E88)
Child Codes (3)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
UMLS
- Craniosynostoses, LambdoidalC1833340
- Craniosynostosis, LambdoidalC1833340
- Craniosynostosis, lambdoidC1833340
- Lambdoid SynostosesC1833340
- Lambdoid SynostosisC1833340
- Lambdoid craniosynostosisC1833340
- Lambdoid suture craniosynostosisC1833340
- Lambdoid suture synostosisC1833340
- Lambdoid synostosisC1833340
- Lambdoidal CraniosynostosesC1833340
- Lambdoidal CraniosynostosisC1833340
- Lambdoidal craniosynostosisC1833340
- Parieto-occipital craniosynostosisC1833340
- Parieto-occipital craniosynostosis (disorder)C1833340
- Plagiocephaly, Synostotic PosteriorC1833340
- Posterior Plagiocephaly, SynostoticC1833340
- Synostoses, LambdoidC1833340
- Synostosis, LambdoidC1833340
- Synostotic Posterior PlagiocephalyC1833340
- Non-deformational posterior plagiocephalyC5819596
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for lambdoid craniosynostosis?
The ICD-10-CM code for lambdoid craniosynostosis is Q75.04. The full clinical description is "Lambdoid craniosynostosis". Q75.04 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Q75.04 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Q75.04 represents "Lambdoid craniosynostosis". It is classified under Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities and is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
Is Q75.04 a billable code?
No, Q75.04 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 3 child codes under Q75.04.
What chapter is Q75.04 in?
Q75.04 is in Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities (codes Q00-Q99).
What codes cannot be used with Q75.04?
Q75.04 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: congenital malformation of face NOS (Q18.-); congenital malformation syndromes classified to Q87.-; dentofacial anomalies [including malocclusion] (M26.-); and 7 more.
What are the subcategories under Q75.04?
Q75.04 has 3 child codes, including: Q75.041 (Lambdoid craniosynostosis, unilateral), Q75.042 (Lambdoid craniosynostosis, bilateral), Q75.049 (Lambdoid craniosynostosis, unspecified).
What are the UMLS CUIs for Q75.04?
Q75.04 is linked to 2 UMLS Concept Unique Identifiers: C1833340, C5819596. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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