Complete ICD-10-CM coding and documentation guide for icd-10 coding for pseudoseizure includes clinical validation requirements, medical necessity guidelines, and coding policies.
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Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Pseudoseizure
Use ICD-10 code F44.5 for conversion disorder with seizures or convulsions, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.
Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis
Other somatoform disorders
Use for comorbid somatic symptom disorder.
History of psychological trauma
Use if abuse or trauma is documented.
The ICD-10 code for pseudoseizures, also known as psychogenic non-epileptic seizures, is F44.5 when a psychological cause is confirmed. Use R56.9 if the cause is unspecified.
PNES is coded as F44.5 when psychological factors are confirmed, while epilepsy is coded under G40.-. EEG findings help differentiate these conditions.