ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q68.8
Other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q68.8
Inclusion Terms
- Congenital deformity of clavicle
- Congenital deformity of elbow
- Congenital deformity of forearm
- Congenital deformity of scapula
- Congenital deformity of wrist
- Congenital dislocation of elbow
- Congenital dislocation of shoulder
- Congenital dislocation of wrist
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q68.8 (Other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities)
ICD-10-CM code Q68.8 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 Q68.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q68.8 - Other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities. 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 musculoskeletal deformities.