R68.13
BillableApparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)
R68.13 is the ICD-10-CM code for Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE). It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified
Includes
- •Apparent life threatening event in newborn
- •Brief resolved unexplained event (BRUE)
Code first
- •confirmed diagnosis, if known
Use additional code
- •code(s) for associated signs and symptoms if no confirmed diagnosis established, or if signs and symptoms are not associated routinely with confirmed diagnosis, or provide additional information for cause of ALTE
Medications indicated for this condition
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Conditions mapped to this code
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code R68.13?
- R68.13 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Apparent life threatening event in infant (ALTE)". It falls under R00-R99 Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified.
- Is R68.13 a billable code?
- Yes — R68.13 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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