Q71.23 – Congenital absence of both forearm and hand, bilateral
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system
ICD-10-CM code
Q71.23
- Code
Q71.23(claims format:Q7123)- Description
- Congenital absence of both forearm and hand, bilateral
- 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
- Q71 › Q71.2
Related codes in Q71.2
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Q71.23?
Q71.23 is the ICD-10-CM code for congenital absence of both forearm and hand, bilateral, in the block Q65-Q79 (Congenital malformations and deformations of the musculoskeletal system).
Is Q71.23 a billable code?
Yes. Q71.23 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does Q71.23 belong to?
It belongs to category Q71 – Reduction defects of upper limb.
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.