Q17.3
✓ BillableOther misshapen ear
Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-QA0)
Also Known As
❌ Excludes1
inheritedRules inherited from parent codes in the hierarchy.
- • congenital malformations of ear with impairment of hearing (Q16.0-Q16.9)
- • preauricular sinus (Q18.1)
Clinical Description
ICD-10-CM code Q17.3 represents other misshapen ear. This code falls under the Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-QA0) classification. It is a billable/specific code valid for HIPAA-covered transactions as of October 1, 2025 (FY2026). This code can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes on insurance claims.
This is a 5-character code at the 4th level of specificity. This is the most specific code available in this subcategory. Coders should note that Q17.3 has 2 Excludes1 restriction(s) — codes that cannot be reported together on the same claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ICD-10 code Q17.3?
ICD-10-CM code Q17.3 is "Other misshapen ear". It belongs to the category: Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-QA0).
Is Q17.3 a billable ICD-10 code?
Yes, Q17.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What codes are excluded with Q17.3?
Q17.3 has 2 Excludes1 rule(s). These codes are mutually exclusive and cannot be coded together on the same claim.
Related Codes in Q17
Other codes in the same category that may be relevant for differential coding:
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Data Source
CMS ICD-10-CM 2026 Tabular List
Updated October 1, 2025 (FY2026)