Billable / Specific Code
ICD-10-CM Q62.31 is the diagnosis code for Congenital ureterocele, orthotopic. 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 billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. 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 Q62.31 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
Yes, Q62.31 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
Q62.31 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Congenital ureterocele, orthotopic". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of Q62.31 is Q62.3 ("Other obstructive defects of renal pelvis and ureter"). Q62.31 provides a more specific classification within this category.
Q62.31 is located in Section Q60-Q64 — "Congenital malformations of the urinary system" within Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Use Q62.31 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Congenital ureterocele, orthotopic" 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 Congenital ureterocele, orthotopic is Q62.31.
Yes, Q62.31 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.
Q62.31 is in Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, Q62.31 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.