ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for G82
Paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis)
Coding Notes & Guidelines for G82
Excludes1: Not Coded Here
- congenital cerebral palsy (G80.-)
- functional quadriplegia (R53.2)
- hysterical paralysis (F44.4)
Inclusion Terms
- Paralysis of both lower limbs NOS
- Paraparesis (lower) NOS
- Paraplegia (lower) NOS
Child Codes (More Specific Codes for G82):
G82.2 - Paraplegia
G82.20 - Paraplegia, unspecified
G82.21 - Paraplegia, complete
G82.22 - Paraplegia, incomplete
G82.5 - Quadriplegia
G82.50 - Quadriplegia, unspecified
G82.51 - Quadriplegia, C1-C4 complete
G82.52 - Quadriplegia, C1-C4 incomplete
G82.53 - Quadriplegia, C5-C7 complete
G82.54 - Quadriplegia, C5-C7 incomplete
About ICD-10-CM Code G82 (Paraplegia)
ICD-10-CM code G82 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 G82 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about G82 - Paraplegia (paraparesis) and quadriplegia (quadriparesis). 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 Paraplegia.