ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q16.1
Congenital absence, atresia and stricture of auditory canal (external)
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q16.1
Congenital atresia or stricture of osseous meatus
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q16.1 (Congenital absence)
ICD-10-CM code Q16.1 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM Q16.1 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q16.1 - Congenital absence, atresia and stricture of auditory canal (external). It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like Congenital absence related to atresia and stricture of auditory canal.