Q98Not billable, use a more specific code below

Other sex chromosome abnormalities, male phenotype, not elsewhere classified

In Chromosomal abnormalities, not elsewhere classified (Q90-Q99), chapter 17: Congenital Malformations, Deformations and Chromosomal Abnormalities

9 billable codes under Q98: none are a CC or MCC; none map to an HCC.

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Instructional notes

Also applies, from Chromosomal abnormalities, not elsewhere classified (Q90-Q99)

These notes sit on Q90-Q99 and apply to every code under it, including Q98.

Excludes2: not included here, code separately if applicable

  • mitochondrial metabolic disorders (E88.4-)

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.

Read Section I.C.17 (page 74)

Q98 MS-DRGs

As the principal diagnosis, the billable codes under Q98 group to MS-DRG 729, 730, 742, 743, 760, or 761 (v44.0). Which one applies depends on procedures performed, secondary diagnoses (CC/MCC), and the patient's age and discharge status.

About the condition

Plain-language background from MedlinePlus (National Library of Medicine), not coding guidance.

Genetic Disorders

Genetic disorders are health conditions caused by changes (also called mutations or variants) in your genes. Genes are parts of DNA found in your cells that carry instructions for how your body grows, develops, and functions. Many genes tell your body how to make proteins, which are needed for your body to work properly.

Read more about genetic disorders on MedlinePlus

Code history

Valid since FY2016, when ICD-10-CM took effect on October 1, 2015. No changes since.