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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Microcephaly

ICD-10 Coding for Microcephaly

Q02
R62.51

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

Also Known as:
Small head circumference
Congenital microcephaly
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Microcephaly

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Microcephaly

Use ICD-10 code Q02 for microcephaly, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Microcephaly

Billable Code
Q02
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Head circumference ≤3rd percentile at birth
coding:
  • • Presence of congenital etiology

Applicable To

  • • Congenital microcephaly

Important Notes

  • • Ensure proper documentation of head circumference and etiology.

Failure to thrive (child)

Billable Code
R62.51
Billable
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B94.8

Sequelae of other specified infectious and parasitic diseases

Use when Zika virus is confirmed as the cause of microcephaly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for congenital microcephaly?

The ICD-10 code for congenital microcephaly is Q02. It is used when the condition is present at birth with a head circumference ≤3rd percentile.

How is acquired microcephaly coded in ICD-10?

Acquired microcephaly is coded as R62.51 in ICD-10, used when there is a postnatal decline in head circumference due to factors like malnutrition.

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Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • Postnatal decline in head circumference

Applicable To

  • • Acquired microcephaly

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation of postnatal head circumference decline.