Q45.9Billable

Congenital malformation of digestive system, unspecified

Chapter
17. Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities
Category
Q45
Effective date
October 1, 2026

Related codes in category Q45

Q45Other congenital malformations of digestive systemQ45.0Agenesis, aplasia and hypoplasia of pancreasYesQ45.1Annular pancreasYesQ45.2Congenital pancreatic cystYesQ45.3Oth congenital malformations of pancreas and pancreatic ductYesQ45.8Other specified congenital malformations of digestive systemYes

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Q45.9?

Q45.9 is an ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for Congenital malformation of digestive system, unspecified.

Is Q45.9 a billable code?

Yes. Q45.9 is billable and specific enough to be used on a claim.

What ICD-10-CM chapter is Q45.9 in?

Q45.9 falls under Chapter 17: Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities.

When did Q45.9 become effective?

Q45.9 has been effective since October 1, 2026, per the CMS/CDC ICD-10-CM annual release.

What other codes are related to Q45.9?

Q45.9 belongs to category Q45, which includes 6 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.