Q68.8 – Other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code Q68.8
Code
Q68.8 (claims format: Q688)
Description
Other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities
Billable
Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
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
Q65-Q79 Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system
Parent codes
Q68

Notes for Q68.8

Applicable to:
  • Congenital deformity of clavicle
  • Congenital deformity of elbow
  • Congenital deformity of forearm
  • Congenital deformity of scapula
  • Congenital deformity of wrist
  • Congenital dislocation of elbow
  • Congenital dislocation of shoulder
  • Congenital dislocation of wrist

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

Q68 – Other congenital musculoskeletal deformities

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • reduction defects of limb(s) (Q71-Q73)
Excludes2 (not included here):
  • congenital myotonic chondrodystrophy (G71.13)

Index terms for Q68.8

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Related codes in Q68

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Q68.8?

Q68.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for other specified congenital musculoskeletal deformities, in the block Q65-Q79 (Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system).

Is Q68.8 a billable code?

Yes. Q68.8 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does Q68.8 belong to?

It belongs to category Q68 – Other congenital musculoskeletal deformities.

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.