ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for sacral spina bifida
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Spina bifida (aperta) › sacral”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding sacral spina bifida
The ICD-10-CM code for sacral spina bifida is Q05.8 (Sacral spina bifida without hydrocephalus). The official index lists 1 more specific code, so check the documentation for details such as type, cause, site or severity before settling on Q05.8.
Within Q05, choose Q05.8 (Sacral spina bifida without hydrocephalus) only when documentation doesn't support a more specific option: cervical spina bifida with hydrocephalus (Q05.0), thoracic spina bifida with hydrocephalus (Q05.1), lumbar spina bifida with hydrocephalus (Q05.2), sacral spina bifida with hydrocephalus (Q05.3), unspecified spina bifida with hydrocephalus (Q05.4), cervical spina bifida without hydrocephalus (Q05.5), thoracic spina bifida without hydrocephalus (Q05.6), lumbar spina bifida without hydrocephalus (Q05.7) and 1 more.
Use an additional code for any associated paraplegia (paraparesis) (G82.2-).
It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
More specific sacral spina bifida codes (official index)
- with hydrocephalus Q05.3 — Sacral spina bifida with hydrocephalus
Common questions about sacral spina bifida ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for sacral spina bifida?
- Q05.8 — Sacral spina bifida without hydrocephalus. More specific codes apply when the documentation supports them: Q05.3.
Is Q05.8 billable?
- Yes. Q05.8 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Q05.8 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict Q05.8 as a principal diagnosis.
Is Q05.8 a CC or MCC?
- No. Q05.8 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.