G31.8

Non-billable

Other specified degenerative diseases of nervous system

G31.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other specified degenerative diseases of nervous system. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as G31.80 for billing.

Status
Header (non-billable)
Chapter
G00-G99
Parent
G31
Subcodes
9
Edition
FY2026

G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Degenerative nerve diseases affect many of your body's activities, such as balance, movement, talking, breathing, and heart function. Many of these diseases are genetic. Sometimes the cause is a medical condition such as alcoholism, a tumor, or a stroke. Other causes may include toxins, chemicals, and viruses. Sometimes the cause is unknown. Degenerative nerve diseases include: Alzheimer's disease Amyotrophic…

Read more about Degenerative Nerve Diseases at MedlinePlus ↗

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

No additional coding notes for this code.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G31.8?
G31.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other specified degenerative diseases of nervous system". It falls under G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system.
Is G31.8 a billable code?
No — G31.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as G31.80) for billing.
What are the subcodes of G31.8?
G31.8 has 9 more specific child codes, including G31.80, G31.81, G31.82.

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

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