Epilepsy ICD-10-CM Codes

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What ICD-10 Codes are used for epilepsy?Which Epilepsy ICD Codes are Billable Clinical information Synonyms include FAQS

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What ICD-10 Codes are used for epilepsy?

Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent seizures. Accurate and precise coding using the ICD-10-CM is critical for diagnosis, treatment planning, and billing. This guide aims to help healthcare providers understand the ICD-10-CM codes commonly used for epilepsy.

Here are some commonly used ICD-10-CM codes for epilepsy:

G40.311: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable with status epilepticus

Related code is G40.319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus

G40.211: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus

Related code is G40.219: Localization related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus

G40.401: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, with status epilepticus

Related code is G40.409: Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus

G40.501: Epileptic seizures related to external causes, not intractable, with status epilepticus

Related code is G40.509: Epileptic seizures related to external causes, not intractable without status epilepticus

G40.901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus

Related code is G40.909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

G40.A01: Absence epileptic syndrome, not intractable, with status epilepticus

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Which epilepsy ICD Codes are billable?

All of the Epilepsy ICD 10 codes aforementioned above are billable.

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Clinical information

Epilepsy can be caused by various factors such as genetic predisposition, brain injury, or an underlying neurological condition.
Seizures can manifest in different forms, from absence seizures to complex partial seizures.
Diagnosis typically involves electroencephalogram (EEG) tests, MRI scans, and a comprehensive medical history.
Treatment usually involves anti-seizure medications, and in some cases, surgical intervention may be considered.
Early diagnosis and treatment are essential for effective management of the condition.

Synonyms include

Seizure Disorder
Epileptic Seizures
Partial Seizures
Generalized Epilepsy
Complex Epilepsy

Frequently asked questions

When to use an epilepsy ICD code?

ICD-10-CM codes for epilepsy should be used in medical documentation for diagnosis, treatment planning, and billing. These codes provide a standardized method for healthcare professionals to identify and categorize epilepsy types and severities.

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What are the common treatments for epilepsy?

Common treatments generally involve anti-seizure medications like phenytoin, valproic acid, and lamotrigine. For some intractable cases, surgical procedures like vagus nerve stimulation or resective surgery may be considered.

What does a diagnosis code for epilepsy mean?

A diagnosis code for epilepsy identifies the specific form and severity of epilepsy a patient is experiencing. These codes are vital for healthcare providers for standardized diagnosis and treatment planning and are also important for billing and statistical purposes.