Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
ICD-10-CM QA0.014 is the diagnosis code for Neurodevelopmental disorders, related to pathogenic variants in synapse related genes. This code falls under the section "Genetic disorders, not elsewhere classified" 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 QA0.014 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:
No, QA0.014 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.
QA0.014 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Neurodevelopmental disorders, related to pathogenic variants in synapse related genes". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.
The parent code of QA0.014 is QA0.01 ("Neurodevelopmental disorders related to pathogenic variants in certain specific genes"). QA0.014 provides a more specific classification within this category.
QA0.014 is located in Section QA0 — "Genetic disorders, not elsewhere classified" within Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
QA0.014 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: QA0.0141, QA0.0142, QA0.0149.
Use QA0.014 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Neurodevelopmental disorders, related to pathogenic variants in synapse related genes" 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 Neurodevelopmental disorders, related to pathogenic variants in synapse related genes is QA0.014.
No, QA0.014 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.
QA0.014 is in Chapter 17 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.
Yes, QA0.014 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.