ICD-10 Code for Amyotrophia
The default ICD-10-CM 2027 code for amyotrophia, amyotrophy, amyotrophic is G71.8 – Other primary disorders of muscles. More specific codes depend on the details documented, as listed in the official index (5 codes, 5 billable).
- Main code
G71.8– Other primary disorders of muscles- Billable
- Yes
Index entries for Amyotrophia
- congenita –
Q79.8 - diabetic – see Diabetes, amyotrophy
- lateral sclerosis –
G12.21 - neuralgic –
G54.5 - spinal progressive –
G12.25
How to choose the right code
Start with the main term, then pick the indented subterm that matches the documentation (type, cause, site, laterality, episode of care). Always confirm the code in the tabular list: follow its Excludes1/Excludes2, “code first” and “use additional code” notes, and add a 7th character where required.
Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 alphabetic index.