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Q79.1

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Other congenital malformations of diaphragm

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

What This Code Means

Birth defects of the diaphragm other than the typical diaphragmatic hernia, such as diaphragmatic paralysis or abnormal muscle development.

Coding Tips

  • •Ensure the condition is not a standard diaphragmatic hernia (Q79.0) before assigning this code
  • •Document the specific type of diaphragmatic malformation to support medical necessity

Code Hierarchy

└Q79Congenital malformations of musculoskeletal system, not elsewhere classified└Q79.1Other congenital malformations of diaphragm
└Q79.1Other congenital malformations of diaphragm

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