G03 – Meningitis due to other and unspecified causes

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code G03
Code
G03 (claims format: G03)
Description
Meningitis due to other and unspecified causes
Billable
No – use a more specific code below
Valid for
Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
Chapter
6. Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
Block
G00-G09 Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system

Billable codes under G03

G03 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for G03

Includes:
  • arachnoiditis NOS
  • leptomeningitis NOS
  • meningitis NOS
  • pachymeningitis NOS
Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • meningoencephalitis (G04.-)
  • meningomyelitis (G04.-)

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G03?

G03 is the ICD-10-CM code for meningitis due to other and unspecified causes, in the block G00-G09 (Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system).

Is G03 a billable code?

No. G03 is a header code with more specific child codes; report one of the billable codes listed above.

Source: CDC/NCHS ICD-10-CM FY2027 code files, tabular list and index. Reference only – code assignment must follow the official ICD-10-CM guidelines and documentation in the medical record.