Fetal alcohol syndrome (dysmorphic)

This code represents the diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) characterized by specific facial dysmorphic features. It indicates a pattern of birth defects resulting from maternal alcohol consumption during pregnancy, impacting physical development.

Use this code when documentation clearly identifies a patient with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome presenting with characteristic dysmorphic features, such as a smooth philtrum, thin upper lip, and short palpebral fissures. This diagnosis is typically made by a pediatrician or geneticist based on clinical examination and history of prenatal alcohol exposure.

• Ensure documentation specifies "dysmorphic" features to support this particular code.
• Do not confuse with codes for other alcohol-related neurodevelopmental disorders (ARND) if dysmorphic features are absent.
• Consider additional codes for associated conditions such as intellectual disabilities (F70-F79) or congenital heart defects (Q20-Q28) if present.