ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for G44.209
Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable
Coding Notes & Guidelines for G44.209
Tension headache NOS
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code G44.209 (Tension-type headache)
ICD-10-CM code G44.209 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 G44.209 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about G44.209 - Tension-type headache, unspecified, not intractable. 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 Tension-type headache related to unspecified, not intractable.