ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q17.8
Other specified congenital malformations of ear
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q17.8
Inclusion Terms
Congenital absence of lobe of ear
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q17.8 (Other specified congenital malformations of ear)
ICD-10-CM code Q17.8 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 Q17.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q17.8 - Other specified congenital malformations of ear. 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 Other specified congenital malformations of ear.