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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Craniosynostosis

ICD-10 Coding for Craniosynostosis

Q75.01
Q75.021

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for craniosynostosis includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Premature Suture Fusion
Cranial Synostosis
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Craniosynostosis

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Craniosynostosis

Use ICD-10 code Q75.01 for sagittal synostosis, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Sagittal synostosis

Billable Code
Q75.01
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Confirmed fusion of sagittal suture on imaging

Applicable To

  • • Scaphocephaly

Important Notes

  • • Ensure imaging confirms the specific suture involved before coding.

Unilateral coronal synostosis

Billable Code
Q75.021
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Use when unilateral coronal suture fusion is confirmed by imaging.

Applicable To

  • • Anterior plagiocephaly

Important Notes

  • • Document laterality clearly to avoid coding errors.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

Q87.0

Syndromic craniosynostosis

Use when genetic testing confirms a syndromic association.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for sagittal craniosynostosis?

The ICD-10 code for sagittal craniosynostosis is Q75.01, used when imaging confirms sagittal suture fusion.

How is craniosynostosis documented?

Document craniosynostosis by specifying the suture involved, confirming with imaging, and noting any genetic findings.

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