Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM Q37 is the diagnosis code for Cleft palate with cleft lip. This code falls under the section "Cleft lip and cleft palate" 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 Q37 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, Q37 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
Q37 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cleft palate with cleft lip". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
Q37 is located in Section Q35-Q37 — "Cleft lip and cleft palate" within Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Q37 has 8 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Q37.0, Q37.1, Q37.2, Q37.3, Q37.4 and more.
Use Q37 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cleft palate with cleft lip" 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 Cleft palate with cleft lip is Q37.
No, Q37 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
Q37 is in Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, Q37 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.