G96.00 – Cerebrospinal fluid leak, unspecified

ICD-10-CM 2027 diagnosis code · Other disorders of the nervous system

Billable code

ICD-10-CM code G96.00

Code: G96.00 (claims format: G9600)
Description: Cerebrospinal fluid leak, 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: G89-G99 Other disorders of the nervous system
Parent codes: G96 › G96.0

Notes for G96.00

Code also:

if applicable:
head injury (S00-S09)

Notes inherited from parent codes

Instructional notes at a category or block level apply to every code below it.

G96.0 – Cerebrospinal fluid leak

Excludes1 (not coded here):

cerebrospinal fluid leak from spinal puncture (G97.0)

Code also:

if applicable:
intracranial hypotension (G96.81-)

Index terms for G96.00

Entries in the ICD-10-CM alphabetic index that lead to this code:

Leak, leakage, cerebrospinal fluid

Related codes in G96.0

Frequently asked questions

What is ICD-10 code G96.00?

G96.00 is the ICD-10-CM code for cerebrospinal fluid leak, unspecified, in the block G89-G99 (Other disorders of the nervous system).

Is G96.00 a billable code?

Yes. G96.00 is a billable/specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What category does G96.00 belong to?

It belongs to category G96 – Other disorders of central nervous system.

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.