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Q02 ✓ Billable

Microcephaly

ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities

Code
Q02
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
Yes — valid for submission
Effective
FY2026
Chapter
Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities
Source
CMS / CDC NCHS
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Official coding notes

From CMS's ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Includes
  • hydromicrocephaly
  • micrencephalon
Excludes1 — never code together
  • Meckel-Gruber syndrome (Q61.9)
Code first
  • , if applicable, congenital Zika virus disease

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Q02?
ICD-10-CM code Q02 represents Microcephaly. It is a billable diagnosis code in the Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is Q02 billable?
Yes. Q02 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is Q02 in?
Q02 belongs to the Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities chapter (Q00–Q99) of ICD-10-CM.

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