Seizures ICD-10-CM Codes

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What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Seizures?Which Seizure ICD Codes Are Billable?Clinical Information Synonyms Include FAQS

What ICD-10 Codes Are Used for Seizures?

Seizures have diverse manifestations and underlying causes. Here are the leading variety of seizure ICD codes for accurate diagnosis:

G40.909 - Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus: This is used for generalized epileptic conditions that are not specified further.
R56.9 - Unspecified convulsions: This code covers instances of seizures or convulsions that do not have a specified cause or type.
G40.311 - Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, with status epilepticus.
G41.0 - Status epilepticus: This code is used when a seizure lasts for a long time or occurs close together, and the person doesn't recover between them.
G40.211 - Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with intractable partial seizures with status epilepticus.

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Which Seizure ICD Codes Are Billable?

The billability of these codes depends on the specifics of the patient's condition and insurance policy:

G40.909 - Yes, it's billable and commonly used to indicate a diagnosis of epilepsy.
R56.9 - Yes, it's billable and covers unspecified convulsions.
G40.311 - Yes, it's billable for specific cases of localized, intractable epilepsy with status epilepticus.
G41.0 - Yes, it's billable and used for prolonged or clustered seizures, known as status epilepticus.
G40.211 - Yes, it's billable for cases of intractable symptomatic epilepsy with simple partial seizures and status epilepticus.

Clinical Information

Seizures are symptoms of a brain problem characterized by a sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain.

They can cause changes in behavior, movements, feelings, and levels of consciousness.
Having a single seizure doesn't mean you have epilepsy. At least two unprovoked seizures are generally required for an epilepsy diagnosis.
Treatment involves medications or sometimes surgery to reduce or stop seizures.

Synonyms Include:

Epileptic Attack
Convulsions
Epileptic Seizure
Fit
Paroxysm

Commonly asked questions

Can stress cause seizures?

Stress can induce seizures in people with epilepsy and some without known epilepsy. However, not everyone reacts to stress similarly, and many people have seizures unaffected by stress.

What should I do if someone has a seizure?

Stay calm, loosen anything around the person's neck, do not insert anything into their mouth, clear the area around them, and place them on their side as soon as the seizure stops. Seek emergency medical help if the seizure lasts longer than 5 minutes.

Can seizures be cured?

Epilepsy most commonly leads to recurrent seizures and can often be managed with medications. In some cases, dietary changes or surgery may be effective. Some children outgrow their epilepsy, and some adults may see an improvement or complete cessation of their seizures over time. However, for many, epilepsy is a lifelong condition that requires ongoing management.