G71.09

Billable

Other specified muscular dystrophies

G71.09 is the ICD-10-CM code for Other specified muscular dystrophies. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
G00-G99
Parent
G71.0
Edition
FY2026

G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

What is muscular dystrophy (MD)? Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a group of more than 30 genetic diseases . They cause weakness of the muscles. Over time, the weakness gets worse and can cause trouble walking and doing daily activities. Some types of MD can also affect other organs. What are the types of muscular dystrophy (MD)? There are many different types of MD. Some of the more common types include: Duchenne…

Read more about Muscular Dystrophy at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Benign scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy with early contractures [Emery-Dreifuss]
  • Congenital muscular dystrophy NOS
  • Congenital muscular dystrophy with specific morphological abnormalities of the muscle fiber
  • Distal muscular dystrophy
  • Ocular muscular dystrophy
  • Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy
  • Scapuloperoneal muscular dystrophy

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G71.09?
G71.09 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Other specified muscular dystrophies". It falls under G00-G99 Diseases of the nervous system.
Is G71.09 a billable code?
Yes — G71.09 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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