ICD-10-CM Q18.8: Other specified congenital malformations of face and neck

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Q18.8

Other specified congenital malformations of face and neck

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q18.8

Inclusion Terms
  • Medial cyst of face and neck
  • Medial fistula of face and neck
  • Medial sinus of face and neck

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code Q18.8 (Other specified congenital malformations of face and neck)

ICD-10-CM code Q18.8 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 Q18.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Q18.8 - Other specified congenital malformations of face and neck. 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 face and neck.