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Q39.6

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Congenital diverticulum of esophagus

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

What This Code Means

A birth defect where an abnormal pouch or outpouching develops in the wall of the esophagus, which may trap food or cause swallowing difficulties.

Coding Tips

  • •Distinguish between diverticulum location (cervical, thoracic, or abdominal) if documented
  • •Note whether the diverticulum is causing symptoms or complications

Code Hierarchy

└Q39Congenital malformations of esophagus└Q39.6Congenital diverticulum of esophagus
└Q39.6Congenital diverticulum of esophagus

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