Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM Q60 is the diagnosis code for Renal agenesis and other reduction defects of kidney. This code falls under the section "Congenital malformations of the urinary system" 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 Q60 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, Q60 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
Q60 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Renal agenesis and other reduction defects of kidney". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
Q60 is located in Section Q60-Q64 — "Congenital malformations of the urinary system" within Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Q60 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: Q60.0, Q60.1, Q60.2, Q60.3, Q60.4 and more.
Use Q60 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Renal agenesis and other reduction defects of kidney" 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 Renal agenesis and other reduction defects of kidney is Q60.
No, Q60 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
Q60 is in Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, Q60 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.