ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for E88.41
MELAS syndrome
Coding Notes & Guidelines for E88.41
Inclusion Terms
Mitochondrial myopathy, encephalopathy, lactic acidosis and stroke-like episodes
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code E88.41 (MELAS syndrome)
ICD-10-CM code E88.41 is a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. The 2025 edition of ICD-10-CM E88.41 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about E88.41 - MELAS syndrome. It includes common terminology, coding guidelines such as "Includes," "Excludes1," and "Excludes2" notes, and information on required 7th characters. Utilizing this information correctly is essential for accurate medical coding and claims submission for conditions like MELAS syndrome.