2025 ICD-10-CM code Q51.0
(Active) Effective Date: N/A Revision Date: N/A Congenital malformations - Congenital malformations of uterus and cervix Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99) Feed
Agenesis and aplasia of the uterus; congenital absence of the uterus.
No specific modifiers are typically used with Q51.0, but appropriate modifiers might be used depending on the context, such as a place of service modifier.
The medical necessity for coding Q51.0 arises from the need to document a congenital anomaly affecting the patient's ability to conceive and carry a pregnancy. This information is crucial for providing appropriate medical advice, genetic counseling, and considering options such as adoption or surrogacy.
Obstetrician-gynecologist, geneticist
- Congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities (Q00-Q99)
- Q51 Congenital malformations of uterus and cervix
In simple words: This code means the woman's uterus (womb) didn't develop properly or is missing completely. This is something she was born with and means she can't carry a baby.
Q51.0, Agenesis and aplasia of the uterus, signifies the complete absence or failure of development of the uterus.This is a congenital condition present at birth, resulting from an interruption in the normal developmental process of the Müllerian ducts, which are the embryonic precursors of the female reproductive tract.The condition can range in severity, from a complete absence of the uterus to a severely underdeveloped or abnormally shaped uterus.Associated anomalies may involve other components of the female reproductive system.
Example 1: A young woman presents for infertility evaluation.Imaging reveals a complete absence of the uterus.Code Q51.0 is assigned., A genetic counselor is assessing a family history of reproductive anomalies.A patient's condition is diagnosed as agenesis of the uterus after an ultrasound.Code Q51.0 is utilized for billing purposes., During a routine pelvic exam, a physician detects an underdeveloped uterus, later confirmed by imaging.A diagnosis of uterine aplasia is made, and Q51.0 is assigned.
Complete obstetric history, pelvic exam findings, imaging studies (ultrasound, MRI), genetic testing results (if performed), and any relevant specialist consultations (genetic counseling, reproductive endocrinology).
** Further investigation may be warranted to identify potential associated anomalies or genetic factors contributing to the agenesis or aplasia of the uterus.Differential diagnosis should rule out other conditions that might mimic these findings.
- Payment Status: Active
- Modifier TC rule: Not applicable; this is a diagnostic code.
- Specialties:Obstetrics and Gynecology, Genetics
- Place of Service:Office, Hospital (inpatient or outpatient), Genetic Counseling Clinic