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Q38.5Congenital malformations of palate, not elsewhere classified

ICD-10-CM billable/specific code — part of Other congenital malformations of the digestive system (Q38-Q45)

Code Details

BillableYes
ChapterChapter 17: Congenital malformations, deformations, chromosomal abnormalities, and genetic disorders (Q00-QA1)
SectionOther congenital malformations of the digestive system (Q38-Q45)
Parent codeQ38 — Other congenital malformations of tongue, mouth and pharynx

Coding Notes

Inclusion Terms

  • Congenital absence of uvula
  • Congenital malformation of palate NOS
  • Congenital high arched palate

Excludes1 (never code both together)

  • cleft palate (Q35.-)
  • cleft palate with cleft lip (Q37.-)
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