Epidermolysis bullosa
In Other congenital malformations (Q80-Q89), chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities
5 billable codes under Q81: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.
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Official coding guidelines
From the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, FY 2027 (CMS and NCHS). Links open the PDF at the right page.
Assign Q00-QA1 codes for documented congenital anomalies or genetic disorders at any age, coding non-inherent manifestations separately and sequencing Z38 first on the birth admission.
All codes under Q81
Q81 can't be used on a claim. Pick a billable code below; grey headings group them.
Q81 MS-DRGs
As the principal diagnosis, all 5 billable codes under Q81 group to MS-DRG 595 or 596 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.
Other codes that refer to Q81
Notes on these codes point to Q81.
- L12.3 Excludes1: epidermolysis bullosa (congenital) (Q81.-)
About the condition
Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.
Skin Conditions
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Read more about skin conditions on MedlinePlusCode history
Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.