Q87.8
Non-billableOth congenital malformation syndromes, NEC
Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified
This is a header/category code. For billing purposes, use a more specific child code from the list below.
Coding Notes
Excludes 1
Codes that cannot be used together with this code (mutual exclusion)
- Zellweger syndrome (E71.510)
Excludes 2
Conditions not included here, but the patient may have both
- inborn errors of metabolism (E70-E88)
Use Additional Code
Additional codes that should follow this code
- code(s) to identify all associated manifestations
Child Codes (7)
Also Known As / Clinical Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-10 code for oth congenital malformation syndromes, nec?
The ICD-10-CM code for oth congenital malformation syndromes, nec is Q87.8. The full clinical description is "Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified". Q87.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code for billing purposes.
What does ICD-10 code Q87.8 mean?
ICD-10-CM code Q87.8 represents "Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified". 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 Q87.8 a billable code?
No, Q87.8 is a non-billable header code. You need to use one of its more specific child codes for billing. There are 7 child codes under Q87.8.
What chapter is Q87.8 in?
Q87.8 is in Chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities (codes Q00-Q99).
What codes cannot be used with Q87.8?
Q87.8 has Excludes1 notes indicating codes that cannot be used together with it, including: Zellweger syndrome (E71.510).
What are the subcategories under Q87.8?
Q87.8 has 7 child codes, including: Q87.81 (Alport syndrome), Q87.82 (Arterial tortuosity syndrome), Q87.83 (Bardet-Biedl syndrome), Q87.84 (Laurence-Moon syndrome), and 3 more.
Are additional codes required with Q87.8?
Yes, when using Q87.8 you should also code: code(s) to identify all associated manifestations.
What are the UMLS CUIs for Q87.8?
Q87.8 is linked to 1 UMLS Concept Unique Identifier: C0869083. The UMLS (Unified Medical Language System) integrates multiple biomedical vocabularies maintained by the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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