ICD-10-CM Q41: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of small intestine

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for Q41

Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of small intestine

Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q41

Includes Notes

congenital obstruction, occlusion or stricture of small intestine or intestine NOS

Excludes1: Not Coded Here
  • cystic fibrosis with intestinal manifestation (E84.11)
  • meconium ileus NOS (without cystic fibrosis) (P76.0)
Inclusion Terms
  • Apple peel syndrome
  • Imperforate jejunum
Inclusion Terms

Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of intestine NOS

Child Codes (More Specific Codes for Q41):

Q41.0 - Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of duodenum Q41.1 - Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of jejunum Q41.2 - Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of ileum Q41.8 - Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of other specified parts of small intestine Q41.9 - Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of small intestine, part unspecified

About ICD-10-CM Code Q41 (Congenital absence)

ICD-10-CM code Q41 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 Q41 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about Q41 - Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of small intestine. 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 absence related to atresia and stenosis of small intestine.