ICD-10-CM 2027
ICD-10 code for vas deferens atresia
From the official ICD-10-CM alphabetic index entry “Atresia, atretic › vas deferens”. Page updated September 29, 2026.
About coding vas deferens atresia
The ICD-10-CM code for vas deferens atresia is Q55.3 (Atresia of vas deferens).
Within Q55 (other congenital malformations of male genital organs), Q55.3 is specifically for atresia of vas deferens. Related codes cover absence and aplasia of testis (Q55.0), hypoplasia of testis and scrotum (Q55.1), other and unspecified congenital malformations of testis and scrotum (Q55.2), other congenital malformations of vas deferens, epididymis, seminal vesicles and prostate (Q55.4), congenital absence and aplasia of penis (Q55.5), other congenital malformations of penis (Q55.6), congenital vasocutaneous fistula (Q55.7), other specified congenital malformations of male genital organs (Q55.8) and 1 more.
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It is not a CC or MCC, so as a secondary diagnosis it doesn't change the MS-DRG severity level.
Common questions about vas deferens atresia ICD-10 codes
What is the ICD-10 code for vas deferens atresia?
- Q55.3 — Atresia of vas deferens.
Is Q55.3 billable?
- Yes. Q55.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code valid for FY2027 (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027).
Can Q55.3 be used as a principal diagnosis?
- Yes. The Medicare Code Editor doesn't restrict Q55.3 as a principal diagnosis.
Is Q55.3 a CC or MCC?
- No. Q55.3 is neither a CC nor an MCC under MS-DRG v44.0.