Q36Header code — not billable
Cleft lip
- Chapter
- 17. Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities
- Category
- Q36
- Effective date
- October 1, 2026
Related codes in category Q36
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code Q36?
Q36 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Cleft lip.
Is Q36 a billable code?
No. Q36 is a category/header code, not billable on its own — use one of its more specific child codes instead.
What ICD-10-CM chapter is Q36 in?
Q36 falls under Chapter 17: Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities.
When did Q36 become effective?
Q36 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.
What other codes are related to Q36?
Q36 belongs to category Q36, which includes 3 other codes — see the related codes list on this page.
ICD-10-CM data maintained by CDC/CMS (public domain). Always verify codes with authoritative sources before making coding or billing decisions.