R53.2

Billable

Functional quadriplegia

R53.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for Functional quadriplegia. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.

Status
Billable
Chapter
R00-R99
Parent
R53
Edition
FY2026

R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified

What this means — in plain language

MedlinePlus · NIH

Paralysis is the loss of muscle function in part of your body. It happens when something goes wrong with the way messages pass between your brain and muscles. Paralysis can be complete or partial. It can occur on one or both sides of your body. It can also occur in just one area, or it can be widespread. Paralysis of the lower half of your body, including both legs, is called paraplegia. Paralysis of the arms and…

Read more about Paralysis at MedlinePlus ↗

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

Includes

  • Complete immobility due to severe physical disability or frailty

Excludes1 — not coded here

  • frailty NOS (R54)
  • hysterical paralysis (F44.4)
  • immobility syndrome (M62.3)
  • neurologic quadriplegia (G82.5-)
  • quadriplegia (G82.50)

Medications indicated for this condition

FDA labeling

Drugs whose FDA labeling lists this condition's category among its indications. Informational only — not a treatment recommendation or medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code R53.2?
R53.2 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Functional quadriplegia". It falls under R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified.
Is R53.2 a billable code?
Yes — R53.2 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
What is excluded from R53.2?
Excludes1 (not coded here): frailty NOS (R54); hysterical paralysis (F44.4); immobility syndrome (M62.3); neurologic quadriplegia (G82.5-).

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

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