Q25.40: Congenital malformation of aorta unspecified
Q25.40, congenital malformation of aorta unspecified, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 6 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 40 HCPCS Level II codes, including G0278 (Iliac and/or femoral artery angiography, non-selective…), J0461 (Injection, atropine sulfate, 0.01 mg), J0153 (Injection, adenosine, 1 mg (not to be used to report any…). The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with Q25.40 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G0278 | Iliac and/or femoral artery angiography, non-selective, bilateral or ipsilateral to catheter insertion, performed at the same time as cardiac catheterization and/or coronary angiography, includes positioning or placement of the catheter in the distal aorta or ipsilateral femoral or iliac artery, injection of dye, production of permanent images, and radiologic supervision and interpretation (list separately in addition to primary procedure) | Carrier judgment | — | 2 |
| J0461 | Injection, atropine sulfate, 0.01 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| J0153 | Injection, adenosine, 1 mg (not to be used to report any adenosine phosphate compounds) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| J1250 | Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| J0280 | Injection, aminophyllin, up to 250 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| J1245 | Injection, dipyridamole, per 10 mg | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| A9700 | Supply of injectable contrast material for use in echocardiography, per study | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| G0269 | Placement of occlusive device into either a venous or arterial access site, post surgical or interventional procedure (e.g., angioseal plug, vascular plug) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8925 | Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, real time with image documentation (2d) (with or without m-mode recording); including probe placement, image acquisition, interpretation and report | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8926 | Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, for congenital cardiac anomalies; including probe placement, image acquisition, interpretation and report | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8927 | Transesophageal echocardiography (tee) with contrast, or without contrast followed by with contrast, for monitoring purposes, including probe placement, real time 2-dimensional image acquisition and interpretation leading to ongoing (continuous) assessment of (dynamically changing) cardiac pumping function and to therapeutic measures on an immediate time basis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8900 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8901 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8902 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8909 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8910 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8911 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8912 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8913 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8914 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8918 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8919 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8920 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8931 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8932 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
15 more codes are listed. See every code with payment by region in Caduvo.
Medicare policy articles listing Q25.40
- A52850: Billing and Coding: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 2 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33557, L33959
- A52868: Billing and Coding: Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 3 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33579, L34337, L35016
- A56775: Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 18 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34424
- A57056: Billing and Coding: Aortography and Peripheral Angiography (First Coast Service Options, Inc. (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 1 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L36767
- A56781: Billing and Coding: Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 17 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33577, L34338
- A56625: Billing and Coding: Echocardiography (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 6 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L37379
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other Q25 diagnoses (Congenital malformations of great arteries)
- Q25.41 — Absence and aplasia of aorta
- Q25.42 — Hypoplasia of aorta
- Q25.43 — Congenital aneurysm of aorta
- Q25.44 — Congenital dilation of aorta
- Q25.45 — Double aortic arch
- Q25.46 — Tortuous aortic arch
- Q25.47 — Right aortic arch
- Q25.48 — Anomalous origin of subclavian artery
- Q25.49 — Other congenital malformations of aorta
- Q25.0 — Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q25.1 — Coarctation of aorta
- Q25.21 — Interruption of aortic arch
- Q25.29 — Other atresia of aorta
- Q25.3 — Supravalvular aortic stenosis
- Q25.5 — Atresia of pulmonary artery
- Q25.6 — Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q25.71 — Coarctation of pulmonary artery
- Q25.72 — Congenital pulmonary arteriovenous malformation
- Q25.79 — Other congenital malformations of pulmonary artery
- Q25.8 — Other congenital malformations of other great arteries
- Q25.9 — Congenital malformation of great arteries, unspecified
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover Q25.40 (Congenital malformation of aorta unspecified)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 6 Medicare billing and coding articles list Q25.40 as a covered diagnosis for 40 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 Q25.40?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are G0278 (Iliac and/or femoral artery angiography, non-selective…, 2 articles); J0461 (Injection, atropine sulfate, 0.01 mg, 2 articles); J0153 (Injection, adenosine, 1 mg (not to be used to report any…, 2 articles); J1250 (Injection, dobutamine hydrochloride, per 250 mg, 2 articles); J0280 (Injection, aminophyllin, up to 250 mg, 2 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
Which Medicare policy articles list Q25.40?
A52850 (Billing and Coding: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angiography); A52868 (Billing and Coding: Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)); A56775 (Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography), and 3 more articles.
What is ICD-10-CM code Q25.40?
Q25.40 is the ICD-10-CM code for congenital malformation of aorta unspecified, in category Q25 (Congenital malformations of great arteries), chapter 17: Congenital malformations and chromosomal abnormalities.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under G0278
- Watch G0278 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for G0278
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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