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Q38.1

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Ankyloglossia

This code does not map to an HCC category in any model (V28, V24, ESRD, RxHCC).

What This Code Means

A birth defect where the tongue is abnormally attached to the floor of the mouth, restricting its movement.

Coding Tips

  • •Ankyloglossia is commonly called 'tongue-tie' and may be identified in newborn screening
  • •Document whether the condition is causing functional impairment or feeding difficulties

Code Hierarchy

└Q38Other congenital malformations of tongue, mouth and pharynx└Q38.1Ankyloglossia
└Q38.1Ankyloglossia

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