Q16.9

Billable

Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified

Q16.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Q00-Q99
Parent
Q16
Edition
FY2026

Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

Includes

  • Congenital absence of ear NOS

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code Q16.9?
Q16.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Congenital malformation of ear causing impairment of hearing, unspecified". It falls under Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities.
Is Q16.9 a billable code?
Yes — Q16.9 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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