R47.81
BillableSlurred speech
R47.81 is the ICD-10-CM code for Slurred speech. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHMany disorders can affect our ability to speak and communicate. They range from saying sounds incorrectly to being completely unable to speak or understand speech. Causes include: Hearing disorders and deafness Voice problems , such as dysphonia or those caused by cleft lip or palate Speech problems like stuttering Developmental disabilities Learning disabilities Autism spectrum disorder Brain injury Stroke Some…
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