ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for Q79.8
Other congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system
Coding Notes & Guidelines for Q79.8
Inclusion Terms
- Absence of muscle
- Absence of tendon
- Accessory muscle
- Amyotrophia congenita
- Congenital constricting bands
- Congenital shortening of tendon
- Poland syndrome
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code Q79.8 (Other congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system)
ICD-10-CM code Q79.8 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 Q79.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about Q79.8 - Other congenital malformations of musculoskeletal 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 congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system.