Q16.1
✓ Billable
Congenital absence, atresia and stricture of auditory canal (external)
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities
Code
Q16.1
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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Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Q16.1?
ICD-10-CM code Q16.1 represents Congenital absence, atresia and stricture of auditory canal (external). It is a billable diagnosis code in the Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is Q16.1 billable?
Yes. Q16.1 is a valid billable ICD-10-CM code for insurance claims and clinical documentation.
What chapter is Q16.1 in?
Q16.1 belongs to the Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities chapter (Q00–Q99) of ICD-10-CM.
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Q16
Congenital malformations of ear causing impairment of hearing
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Q16.2
Absence of eustachian tube
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Q16.3
Congenital malformation of ear ossicles
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Q16.4
Other congenital malformations of middle ear
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Q16.5
Congenital malformation of inner ear
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Q16.9
Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified
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