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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Headache

ICD-10 Coding for Headache

G44.309
G44.86

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

Also Known as:
Cephalgia
Migraine
Cluster Headache
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Headache

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Headache

Use ICD-10 code G44.309 for post-traumatic headache, unspecified, not intractable, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Post-traumatic headache, unspecified, not intractable

Billable Code
G44.309
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Headache onset within 7 days of head injury
  • • Documentation of head trauma

Applicable To

  • • Headache following head trauma

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation clearly links the headache to the traumatic event.

Cervicogenic headache

Billable Code
G44.86
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documentation of neck pain preceding headache
  • • Limited cervical range of motion

Applicable To

  • • Headache originating from cervical spine issues

Important Notes

  • • Ensure physical exam findings support the cervical origin of the headache.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

S06.0X1A

Concussion with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less

Use alongside G44.309 to specify the type of head injury.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for post-traumatic headache?

The ICD-10 code for post-traumatic headache is G44.309, used for headaches occurring within 7 days of head trauma.

How do you code cervicogenic headache?

Cervicogenic headache is coded as G44.86, indicating a headache originating from cervical spine issues.

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