2027 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code Q33Congenital malformations of lung

ICD-10-CM Codes›Q00-Q99›Q30-Q34›Q33

ICD-10-CM Q33
CMSSource: CMS FY 2027 ICD-10-CM dataset · Effective Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027

Q33 is a non-billable ICD-10-CM category code for congenital malformations of lung, so it cannot be submitted on claims. Use a more specific code from this category instead, such as Q33.0, Q33.1, Q33.2, and Q33.3.

Code Identity

ICD-10-CM Code
Q33
Billable Status
No — Non-Billable Category
Code Describes
Congenital malformations of lung
Short Description
Congenital malformations of lung
Same as the full description in the CMS dataset.
Chapter
Q30-Q34
Congenital malformations of the respiratory system

Code Classification

ChapterQ00-Q99Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities
SectionQ30-Q34Congenital malformations of the respiratory system
CategoryQ33Congenital malformations of lung
This CodeQ33Congenital malformations of lung

Specific Coding for Congenital malformations of lungOverview

Non-specific codes like Q33 require more characters. Use one of these billable codes instead:

  • Use Q33.0 for Congenital cystic lung

  • Use Q33.1 for Accessory lobe of lung

  • Use Q33.2 for Sequestration of lung

  • Use Q33.3 for Agenesis of lung

  • Use Q33.4 for Congenital bronchiectasis

  • Use Q33.5 for Ectopic tissue in lung

  • Use Q33.6 for Congenital hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung

  • Use Q33.8 for Other congenital malformations of lung

  • Use Q33.9 for Congenital malformation of lung, unspecified

Instructional NotesGuidance

Instructions from the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List that apply to Q33: its own notes plus those printed at Chapter 17. A note printed at a category, block or chapter applies to every code under it.

Excludes2

Not included here: the excluded condition is not part of this code, but a patient may have both, so both codes may be reported.

From Chapter 17 (Q00-QA1) Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities applies to 900 codes
  • inborn errors of metabolism (E70-E88)

Notes

General instructions on how these codes are used.

From Chapter 17 (Q00-QA1) Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities applies to 900 codes
  • Codes from this chapter are not for use on maternal records

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM Tabular List. How to read instructional notes.

Referenced in Other NotesGuidance

Instructional notes printed at other codes that name Q33, its category, or a range that includes it.

Code Also 1

These codes say Q33 may also be needed to fully describe the condition. The note gives no sequencing direction.

  • P28 Other respiratory conditions originating in the perinatal period
    if applicable, congenital malformations of the respiratory system (Q30-Q34) names Q30-Q34, which includes this code

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Code HistoryHistory

FY 2016AddedAdded to the ICD-10-CM code setEffective October 1, 2015, the first year of ICD-10-CM.
FY 2017–2026No changes
FY 2027CurrentCurrent code set, no changesEffective October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Questions About Q33Overview

What is the ICD-10 code for congenital malformations of lung?

Q33 is the ICD-10-CM category for congenital malformations of lung, but it is a non-billable header: claims need a more specific code from this category, listed on this page.

Is Q33 (Congenital malformations of lung) a billable code?

No. This is a category header that groups the codes for congenital malformations of lung, and headers cannot be submitted on claims. Claims for congenital malformations of lung need a more specific code from this category, such as Q33.0, Q33.1, and Q33.2.