Q38.1 ICD-10-CM Code: Ankyloglossia
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
Q38.1Ankyloglossia
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where Q38.1 sits
- 1
Chapter 17
Congenital malformations, deformations, chromosomal abnormalities, and genetic disorders (Q00-QA1)
- 2
Section
Other congenital malformations of the digestive system (Q38-Q45)
- 3
Category Q38
Other congenital malformations of tongue, mouth and pharynx
- 4
Code Q38.1
Ankyloglossia
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Tongue tie
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for Q38.1.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for Q38.1.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for Q38.1.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for Q38.1.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code Q38.1 mean?
Q38.1 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Ankyloglossia.”
Is Q38.1 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, Q38.1 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is Q38.1 located in ICD-10-CM?
Q38.1 is listed in Chapter 17, Congenital malformations, deformations, chromosomal abnormalities, and genetic disorders (Q00-QA1), within Other congenital malformations of the digestive system (Q38-Q45) (Q38–Q45), under category Q38, Other congenital malformations of tongue, mouth and pharynx.
What coding notes are listed for Q38.1?
Its listed inclusion terms are Tongue tie. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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