Congenital sacral dimple

This code represents a congenital indentation or pit located over the sacrum, typically found at the base of the spine. It is a common, usually benign, skin anomaly present at birth.

Use this code when documentation indicates a sacral dimple identified as congenital. This diagnosis is often made during newborn examinations or early childhood check-ups. Ensure the documentation specifies "congenital" to support this code.

• Differentiate from pilonidal cysts; these are distinct conditions with different codes.
• Do not assign this code if the dimple is associated with an underlying spinal defect (e.g., spina bifida occulta), as more specific codes would apply.
• Review documentation for any associated symptoms or complications, which may require additional coding.