Q39.0 ICD-10-CM Code: Atresia of esophagus without fistula
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
Q39.0Atresia of esophagus without fistula
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where Q39.0 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)
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Category Q39
Congenital malformations of esophagus
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Code Q39.0
Atresia of esophagus without fistula
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
- Atresia of esophagus NOS
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for Q39.0.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for Q39.0.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for Q39.0.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for Q39.0.
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Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code Q39.0 mean?
Q39.0 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Atresia of esophagus without fistula.”
Is Q39.0 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, Q39.0 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 Q39.0 located in ICD-10-CM?
Q39.0 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 Q39, Congenital malformations of esophagus.
What coding notes are listed for Q39.0?
Its listed inclusion terms are Atresia of esophagus NOS. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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