ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for G51.0
Bell's palsy
Coding Notes & Guidelines for G51.0
Inclusion Terms
Facial palsy
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code G51.0 (Bell's palsy)
ICD-10-CM code G51.0 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 G51.0 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about G51.0 - Bell's palsy. 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 Bell's palsy.