G71.038

Billable

Other limb girdle muscular dystrophy

G71.038 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other limb girdle muscular dystrophy. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
G00-G99
Parent
G71.03
Edition
FY2026

G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

The limb-girdle muscular dystrophies are a group of diseases that cause muscle weakness (myopathy) and wasting (atrophy). The muscles that are most affected are those closest to the center of the body (proximal muscles), specifically the muscles of the shoulders, upper arms, hips, and thighs. Signs and symptoms may appear as early as childhood and typically worsen over time. The severity, age of onset, and specific…

Read more about Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • LGMD R22 collagen 6-related
  • Other autosomal recessive limb girdle muscular dystrophy

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G71.038?
G71.038 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other limb girdle muscular dystrophy". It falls under G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system.
Is G71.038 a billable code?
Yes — G71.038 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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