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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Dizziness Unspecified

ICD-10 Coding for Dizziness Unspecified

R42

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

Also Known as:
Lightheadedness
Giddiness
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Dizziness Unspecified

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Dizziness Unspecified

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

clinical:
  • Dizziness without specific etiology
coding:
  • No specific vestibular or cardiovascular diagnosis
documentation:
  • Detailed symptom description and exclusion of specific causes

Applicable To

  • • Lightheadedness
  • • Giddiness

Important Notes

  • • Ensure thorough documentation of symptoms and exclusion of specific causes.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

F41.8

Other specified anxiety disorders

Use when dizziness is associated with anxiety.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for dizziness unspecified?

The ICD-10 code for dizziness unspecified is R42, used when dizziness is present without a specific diagnosis.

When should R42 be used?

R42 should be used when a patient experiences dizziness without a clear etiology or specific diagnosis.

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