G12.21

Billable

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

G12.21 is the ICD-10-CM code for Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
G00-G99
Parent
G12.2
Edition
FY2026

G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a nervous system disease that attacks nerve cells called neurons in your brain and spinal cord. These neurons transmit messages from your brain and spinal cord to your voluntary muscles - the ones you can control, like in your arms and legs. At first, this causes mild muscle problems. Some people notice: Trouble walking or running Trouble writing Speech problems Eventually, you…

Read more about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis at MedlinePlus ↗

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine (MedlinePlus). Informational only — not medical advice.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G12.21?
G12.21 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis". It falls under G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system.
Is G12.21 a billable code?
Yes — G12.21 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.

Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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