Ahead of Oct. 1 start, master 2021 ICD-10-CM coding for nervous system conditions

Why This Topic Matters

The FY 2021 ICD-10-CM update introduces multiple new nervous system codes and related guidance that can affect diagnosis reporting, documentation review, and code selection for claims beginning October 1.

Article Sections

1. Coding

   Introduces the FY 2021 ICD-10-CM update for nervous system conditions and notes the related effective date and guideline review.

2. Cerebellar ataxia

   Covers update information for cerebellar ataxia and provides general clinical context for the condition.

3. Epilepsy

   Reviews the epilepsy-related additions in category G40 and discusses broad clinical background for selected seizure disorders.

4. Congenital myopathies

   Summarizes the congenital myopathy code updates and discusses the condition group at a high level.

5. Spontaneous cerebrospinal fluid leaks

   Addresses the new cerebrospinal fluid leak codes and gives general background on cranial and spinal leak types.

6. Other nervous system conditions

   Covers additional FY 2021 nervous system updates, including intracranial hypotension, procedure-related codes, and perineural cysts.