Q05.2
BillableLumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Q05.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHHydrocephalus is the buildup of too much cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Normally, this fluid cushions your brain. When you have too much, though, it puts harmful pressure on your brain. Hydrocephalus can be congenital, or present at birth. Causes include genetic problems and problems with how the fetus develops. An unusually large head is the main sign of congenital hydrocephalus. Hydrocephalus can also happen…
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Includes
- •Lumbosacral spina bifida with hydrocephalus
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Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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