ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for Cloverleaf skull
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Cloverleaf skull”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding Cloverleaf skull
The ICD-10-CM code for Cloverleaf skull is Q75.051 (Cloverleaf skull).
Within Q75.05 (multi-suture craniosynostosis), Q75.051 is specifically for Cloverleaf skull. Related codes cover Pansynostosis (Q75.052) and other multi-suture craniosynostosis (Q75.058).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
In MS-DRG v44.0, it is part of the grouping logic for DRG 564 (Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Diagnoses with MCC, relative weight 1.4908), DRG 565 (Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Diagnoses with CC, relative weight 0.9783) and DRG 566 (Other Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue Diagnoses without CC/MCC, relative weight 0.7378), in MDC 08 (Diseases and Disorders of the Musculoskeletal System and Connective Tissue), as a principal or secondary diagnosis. The DRG a claim lands in depends on the principal diagnosis, procedures and any CC/MCC secondary diagnoses.
Common questions about Cloverleaf skull ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for Cloverleaf skull?
- Q75.051 — Cloverleaf skull.
Is Q75.051 billable?
- Yes. Q75.051 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Q75.051 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict Q75.051 as a principal diagnosis.
Is Q75.051 a CC or MCC?
- No. Q75.051 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.