Cerebral Atrophy ICD-10-CM Codes
Read this short guide and learn about cerebral atrophy ICD codes you can use.
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What cerebral atrophy ICD codes can I use?
There are no cerebral atrophy ICD codes with the term cerebral atrophy in their names. To address cerebral atrophy, you should search for ICD-10 codes specifically designated for the underlying conditions that can cause this condition. Cerebral atrophy, or brain atrophy, can be better managed by identifying and utilizing these specific codes.
Here are examples of cerebral atrophy-related ICD-10 codes you can use:
- G46.4 - Cerebellar stroke syndrome
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have Cerebella Stroke Syndrome, a type of stroke characterized by the blockage or bleeding of a blood vessel that prevents blood supply to the cerebellum. This is an uncommon type of stroke. Stroke can cause cerebral atrophy.
- S06.2X0A - Diffuse traumatic brain injury without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have diffuse traumatic brain injury. The patient also didn’t lose consciousness when they sustained the injury. Since it has the initial encounter label, the patient is receiving active treatment for it.
- G80.9 - Cerebral palsy, unspecified
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have Cerebral Palsy. Cerebral Palsy is an umbrella term for disorders that negatively impact a person’s ability to move and maintain their balance/posture. This can also be associated with cerebral atrophy.
- A85.8 - Other specified viral encephalitis
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have viral encephalitis that doesn’t have a specific ICD-10 code. Encephalitis is the swelling of the brain, and it is a life-threatening condition. This can also cause cerebral atrophy.
- G10 - Huntington's disease
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have Huntington’s Disease, which is a condition that cause nerve cells in the brain to break down and die. This can affect parts of the brain that control our motor movements. This particular disease can cause cerebral atrophy.
- G30.9 - Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
This ICD-10 code is meant to be used on a patient confirmed to have Alzheimer’s Disease. What is unspecified is if it is early onset, late-onset, or non-amnestic. This is a type of progressive dementia characterized by the gradual loss of memory, control over thoughts, and being unable to converse with others. This disease can cause cerebral atrophy.
Which of these cerebral atrophy ICD codes are billable?
All of the aforementioned cerebral atrophy-related ICD-10 codes are valid and billable.
Clinical information about cerebral atrophy:
Cerebral atrophy, or brain atrophy, refers to the progressive loss of brain cells. This loss can give rise to a multitude of issues, such as memory impairment, diminished cognitive abilities, and compromised motor function (such as loss of balance, impaired movement, and involuntary motions). It is important to note that everyone experiences a natural decline in brain cells as we age. However, cerebral atrophy is typically employed when significant changes occur in an individual's brain, regardless of age.
People with cerebral atrophy will experience or exhibit the following symptoms:
- They will be prone to sudden mood changes
- Their personality might change
- They will have memory problems and may even forget who they are
- They will slowly lose the ability to communicate, especially through speech
- They will slowly lose the ability to write their thoughts
- They might start hallucinating
- They will have muscle spasms
- They will start to lose control over their balance and posture
- They will have a hard time moving
There’s no way to heal cerebral atrophy, but it is still manageable.The treatment will depend on what problem the cerebral atrophy is associated with.
Synonyms include:
- Cerebral atrophy syndrome
- Cerebral degeneration
- Cerebral degeneration presenting primarily with dementia
- Cerebral ataxia
- Arteriopathic granular atrophy of cerebral cortex
- Autosomal recessive cerebral atrophy
- Progressive cerebral atrophy
- Acquired cerebral atrophy
- Circumscribed atrophy of brain
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Commonly asked questions
No. It’s best to use ICD-10 codes specific to certain problems that can cause or are related to brain atrophy, like the ones we listed earlier.
Healthcare professionals and providers will ask patients for their medical history. They will also conduct a series of tests to gauge their brain functions. Imaging tests like CT Scans and MRIs are also part of the testing.
This will depend on how severe the brain atrophy is and what problem it stems from or is associated with. Some professionals might prescribe medications, some might recommend physical/occupational therapy. Some might recommend speech therapy if the atrophy has impacted speech. As for extreme cases, surgery might be the best option.
