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Q43.5

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Ectopic anus

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 opening of the anus is located in an abnormal position, not at the normal anatomical site.

Coding Tips

  • •This is often associated with other anorectal malformations and may require surgical correction
  • •Document the specific location of the ectopic anus if known

Code Hierarchy

└Q43Other congenital malformations of intestine└Q43.5Ectopic anus
└Q43.5Ectopic anus

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