G12.9 – Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Systemic atrophies primarily affecting the central nervous system
ICD-10-CM code
G12.9
- Code
G12.9(claims format:G129)- Description
- Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified
- Billable
- Yes – valid for HIPAA-covered transactions
- Valid for
- Dates of service October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027 (FY2027)
- Chapter
- 6. Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
- Block
- G10-G14 Systemic atrophies primarily affecting the central nervous system
- Parent codes
- G12
Index terms for G12.9
Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:
Related codes in G12
Frequently asked questions
What is ICD-10 code G12.9?
G12.9 is the ICD-10-CM code for spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified, in the block G10-G14 (Systemic atrophies primarily affecting the central nervous system).
Is G12.9 a billable code?
Yes. G12.9 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.
What category does G12.9 belong to?
It belongs to category G12 – Spinal muscular atrophy and related syndromes.
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.