ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q16.3
Congenital malformation of ear ossicles
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q16.3
Inclusion Terms
Congenital fusion of ear ossicles
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q16.3 (Congenital malformation of ear ossicles)
ICD-10-CM code Q16.3 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 Q16.3 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q16.3 - Congenital malformation of ear ossicles. 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 malformation of ear ossicles.