ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q36.9
Cleft lip, unilateral
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q36.9
Inclusion Terms
Cleft lip NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q36.9 (Cleft lip)
ICD-10-CM code Q36.9 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 Q36.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q36.9 - Cleft lip, unilateral. 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 Cleft lip related to unilateral.