Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM Q11 is the diagnosis code for Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos. This code falls under the section "Congenital malformations of eye, ear, face and neck" within Chapter 17 — Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-QA0). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.
Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.
Understanding where Q11 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, Q11 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
Q11 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
Q11 is located in Section Q10-Q18 — "Congenital malformations of eye, ear, face and neck" within Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Q11 has 4 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Q11.0, Q11.1, Q11.2, Q11.3.
Use Q11 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.
The ICD-10-CM code for Anophthalmos, microphthalmos and macrophthalmos is Q11.
No, Q11 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
Q11 is in Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, Q11 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.