Q76.6
BillableOther congenital malformations of ribs
Q76.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other congenital malformations of ribs. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities
What this means — in plain language
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Includes
- •Accessory rib
- •Congenital absence of rib
- •Congenital fusion of ribs
- •Congenital malformation of ribs NOS
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •short rib syndrome (Q77.2)
Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code Q76.6?
- Q76.6 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other congenital malformations of ribs". It falls under Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities.
- Is Q76.6 a billable code?
- Yes — Q76.6 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
- What is excluded from Q76.6?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): short rib syndrome (Q77.2).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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