Q79
⚠ Non-billable
Congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified
ICD-10-CM · FY2026 · Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities
Code
Q79
System
ICD-10-CM
Billable
No — use specific code
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 Q79?
ICD-10-CM code Q79 represents Congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified. It is a non-billable header code requiring a more specific subcategory in the Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities chapter, effective October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026.
Is Q79 billable?
No. Q79 is a non-billable header. Select a more specific subcategory for claims submission.
What chapter is Q79 in?
Q79 belongs to the Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities chapter (Q00–Q99) of ICD-10-CM.
Related codes in the Q79 category
Q79.0
Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
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Q79.1
Other congenital malformations of diaphragm
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Q79.2
Exomphalos
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Q79.3
Gastroschisis
Billable
Q79.4
Prune belly syndrome
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Q79.5
Other congenital malformations of abdominal wall
Non-billable
Q79.6
Ehlers-Danlos syndromes
Non-billable
Q79.8
Other congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system
Billable
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