ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q34.9
Congenital malformation of respiratory system, unspecified
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q34.9
Inclusion Terms
- Congenital absence of respiratory system
- Congenital anomaly of respiratory system NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q34.9 (Congenital malformation of respiratory system)
ICD-10-CM code Q34.9 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 Q34.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q34.9 - Congenital malformation of respiratory system, unspecified. 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 respiratory system related to unspecified.