ICD-10-CM Q34: Other congenital malformations of respiratory system

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Q34

Other congenital malformations of respiratory system

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q34

Excludes2: Not Included Here

congenital central alveolar hypoventilation syndrome (G47.35)

Inclusion Terms

Atresia of nasopharynx

Inclusion Terms
  • Congenital absence of respiratory system
  • Congenital anomaly of respiratory system NOS

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for Q34):

About ICD-10-CM Code Q34 (Other congenital malformations of respiratory system)

ICD-10-CM code Q34 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 Q34 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Q34 - Other congenital malformations of respiratory system. 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 congenital malformations of respiratory system.