ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q45.8
Other specified congenital malformations of digestive system
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q45.8
Inclusion Terms
- Absence (complete) (partial) of alimentary tract NOS
- Duplication of digestive system
- Malposition, congenital of digestive system
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q45.8 (Other specified congenital malformations of digestive system)
ICD-10-CM code Q45.8 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 Q45.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q45.8 - Other specified congenital malformations of digestive 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 specified congenital malformations of digestive system.