G82 – Paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis)

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes

Non-billable header

ICD-10-CM code G82
Code
G82 (claims format: G82)
Description
Paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis)
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
G80-G83 Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes

Billable codes under G82

G82 is a header code and cannot be used on claims. Choose the most specific code:

Notes for G82

Excludes1 (not coded here):
  • congenital cerebral palsy (G80.-)
  • functional quadriplegia (R53.2)
  • hysterical paralysis (F44.4)
Notes:
  • This category is to be used only when the listed conditions are reported without further specification, or are stated to be old or longstanding but of unspecified cause. The category is also for use in multiple coding to identify these conditions resulting from any cause

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G82?

G82 is the ICD-10-CM code for paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis), in the block G80-G83 (Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes).

Is G82 a billable code?

No. G82 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.