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Home/Diagnosis/ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Epidural Abscess

ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Epidural Abscess

G06.1

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

Also Known as:
SEA
Epidural Abscess
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Key Information: ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Epidural Abscess

Essential facts and insights about ICD-10 Coding for Spinal Epidural Abscess

Use ICD-10 code G06.1 for intraspinal abscess and granuloma, ensuring proper documentation in clinical notes.

Primary ICD-10-CM Codes

Intraspinal abscess and granuloma

Billable Code
G06.1
Billable

Diagnostic Criteria

clinical:
  • • MRI confirmation of epidural abscess
documentation:
  • • Presence of neurologic deficits documented

Applicable To

  • • Epidural abscess

Important Notes

  • • Ensure documentation specifies the location and organism when known.
Ancillary Codes

Additional codes that may be used with this diagnosis

B95.61

Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection

Use when MSSA is identified as the causative organism.

M46.27

Vertebral osteomyelitis

Use when vertebral osteomyelitis is present alongside SEA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for spinal epidural abscess?

The ICD-10 code for spinal epidural abscess is G06.1, which covers intraspinal abscesses including epidural abscess.

How is spinal epidural abscess diagnosed?

Spinal epidural abscess is diagnosed using MRI, which shows rim-enhancing collections, and confirmed with microbiological cultures.

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