Q76.6

Billable

Other 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.

Status
Billable
Chapter
Q00-Q99
Parent
Q76
Edition
FY2026

Q00-Q99 Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

What this means — in plain language

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What are birth defects? A birth defect is a problem that happens while a baby is developing in the mother's body. Most birth defects happen during the first 3 months of pregnancy. One out of every 33 babies in the United States is born with a birth defect. A birth defect may affect how the body looks, works, or both. Some birth defects like cleft lip or neural tube defects are structural problems that can be easy to…

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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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