Q45 – Other congenital malformations of digestive system
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other congenital malformations of the digestive system
ICD-10-CM code
Q45
- Code
Q45(claims format:Q45)- Description
- Other congenital malformations of digestive system
- Billable
- No – use a more specific code below
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 17. Congenital malformations, deformations, chromosomal abnormalities, and genetic disorders (Q00-QA1)
- Block
- Q38-Q45 Other congenital malformations of the digestive system
Billable codes under Q45
Q45 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:
- Q45.0 – Agenesis, aplasia and hypoplasia of pancreasBillable
- Q45.1 – Annular pancreasBillable
- Q45.2 – Congenital pancreatic cystBillable
- Q45.3 – Other congenital malformations of pancreas and pancreatic ductBillable
- Q45.8 – Other specified congenital malformations of digestive systemBillable
- Q45.9 – Congenital malformation of digestive system, unspecifiedBillable
Notes for Q45
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Q45?
Q45 is the ICD-10-CM code for other congenital malformations of digestive system, in the block Q38-Q45 (Other congenital malformations of the digestive system).
Is Q45 a billable code?
No. Q45 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.