G32.8
Non-billableOther specified degenerative disorders of nervous system in diseases classified elsewhere
G32.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other specified degenerative disorders of nervous system in diseases classified elsewhere. It is a non-billable category code — use a more specific child code such as G32.81 for billing.
G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHDegenerative 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.
Excludes1 — not coded here
- •superior hemorrhagic polioencephalitis [Wernicke's encephalopathy] (E51.2)
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code G32.8?
- G32.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other specified degenerative disorders of nervous system in diseases classified elsewhere". It falls under G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system.
- Is G32.8 a billable code?
- No — G32.8 is a non-billable header code. Use a more specific child code (such as G32.81) for billing.
- What is excluded from G32.8?
- Excludes1 (not coded here): superior hemorrhagic polioencephalitis [Wernicke's encephalopathy] (E51.2).
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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