Other seizures
Epilepsy and recurrent seizures ( G40) G40.909 is a billable diagnosis code used to specify a medical diagnosis of epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus. The code G40.909 is valid during the fiscal year 2022 from October 01, 2021 through September 30, 2022 for the submission of HIPAA-covered transactions.
9 became effective on October 1, 2021. This is the American ICD-10-CM version of R56. 9 - other international versions of ICD-10 R56.
Code Assignment A seizure episode is classified to ICD-9-CM code 780.39, Other convulsions. This code also includes convulsive disorder not otherwise specified (NOS), fit NOS, and recurrent convulsions NOS. Basically, code 780.39 is for the single episode of a seizure.
ICD-10 Code for Unspecified convulsions- R56. 9- Codify by AAPC.
ICD-10 Code for Other seizures- G40. 89- Codify by AAPC.
ICD-10-CM Code for Family history of epilepsy and other diseases of the nervous system Z82. 0.
Overview. A grand mal seizure causes a loss of consciousness and violent muscle contractions. It's the type of seizure most people picture when they think about seizures. A grand mal seizure — also known as a generalized tonic-clonic seizure — is caused by abnormal electrical activity throughout the brain.
If trauma related, ICD-10-CM code R56. 1 (post-traumatic seizures) may be appropriate, depending on the circumstances outlined in the documentation.
Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable A brain disorder characterized by episodes of abnormally increased neuronal discharge resulting in transient episodes of sensory or motor neurological dysfunction, or psychic dysfunction. These episodes may or may not be associated with loss of consciousness or convulsions.
ICD-10 | Cerebral infarction, unspecified (I63. 9)
Epilepsy vs Seizures A seizure is a single occurrence, whereas epilepsy is a neurological condition characterized by two or more unprovoked seizures.
If documentation does not indicate a specific cause for the seizure-like activity it is appropriate to code R56. 9 for unspecified convulsions.
A disorder characterized by recurrent seizures. A group of disorders marked by problems in the normal functioning of the brain. These problems can produce seizures, unusual body movements, a loss of consciousness or changes in consciousness, as well as mental problems or problems with the senses.
Clinical Information. A brain disorder characterized by episodes of abnormally increased neuronal discharge resulting in transient episodes of sensory or motor neurological dysfunction, or psychic dysfunction. These episodes may or may not be associated with loss of consciousness or convulsions.
It is important to start treatment right away. There is no cure for epilepsy, but medicines can control seizures for most people. When medicines are not working well, surgery or implanted devices such as vagus nerve stimulators may help. Special diets can help some children with epilepsy.