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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Pseudotumor Cerebri

ICD-10 Coding for Pseudotumor Cerebri

G93.2
T36.4x5A

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

Also Known as:
Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
Benign Intracranial Hypertension
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Pseudotumor Cerebri

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Pseudotumor Cerebri

Use ICD-10 code G93.2 for benign intracranial hypertension, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Benign intracranial hypertension

Billable Code
G93.2
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Lumbar puncture opening pressure ≥250 mm H₂O
  • • Normal CSF composition
  • • No evidence of venous sinus thrombosis on MRV

Applicable To

  • • Idiopathic intracranial hypertension

Important Notes

  • • Ensure to differentiate between idiopathic and secondary causes.

Adverse effect of tetracyclines

Billable Code
T36.4x5A
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

  • • Documented use of tetracyclines
  • • Onset of symptoms following medication use

Important Notes

  • • Ensure adverse effect is clearly documented.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

H47.12

Papilledema

Use when papilledema is present with pseudotumor cerebri.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for pseudotumor cerebri?

The ICD-10 code for pseudotumor cerebri, also known as benign intracranial hypertension, is G93.2. It is used for idiopathic cases without a secondary cause.

How do you code drug-induced pseudotumor cerebri?

For drug-induced pseudotumor cerebri, use the adverse effect code (e.g., T36.4x5A for tetracycline) followed by G93.2 to indicate the condition.

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