ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for G71.01
Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Coding Notes & Guidelines for G71.01
Inclusion Terms
- Autosomal recessive, childhood type, muscular dystrophy resembling Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
- Benign [Becker] muscular dystrophy
- Severe [Duchenne] muscular dystrophy
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code G71.01 (Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy)
ICD-10-CM code G71.01 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 G71.01 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about G71.01 - Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy. 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 Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy.