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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Disequilibrium

ICD-10 Coding for Disequilibrium

R42
H81.4xx

Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for disequilibrium includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.

Also Known as:
Balance disorder
Unsteadiness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Disequilibrium

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Disequilibrium

Use ICD-10 code R42 for dizziness and giddiness, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Dizziness and giddiness

Billable Code
R42
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Subjective imbalance without objective findings on vestibular testing

Applicable To

  • • Non-specific balance disorders

Important Notes

  • • Ensure detailed clinical history and associated symptoms are documented.

Vertigo of central origin

Non-Billable
H81.4xx
Non-Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of brainstem/cerebellar involvement

Applicable To

  • • Central vertigo

Important Notes

  • • Document specific tests like VNG or MRI findings.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

I95.1

Orthostatic hypotension

Use when BP drops ≥20mmHg systolic/≥10mmHg diastolic within 3min standing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for disequilibrium?

The ICD-10 code for disequilibrium is R42, used for non-specific balance disorders without identified etiology.

How to document disequilibrium for coding?

Document specific symptoms, triggers, and test results like VNG or MRI to ensure accurate coding.

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