ICD-10-CM G92.8: Other toxic encephalopathy

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for G92.8

Other toxic encephalopathy

Coding Notes & Guidelines for G92.8

Code First

poisoning due to drug or toxin, if applicable, (T36-T65 with fifth or sixth character 1-4)

Use Additional Code

code for adverse effect, if applicable, to identify drug (T36-T50 with fifth or sixth character 5)

Inclusion Terms
  • Toxic encephalitis
  • Toxic metabolic encephalopathy

Parent Code (Less Specific):

G92 - Toxic encephalopathy

About ICD-10-CM Code G92.8 (Other toxic encephalopathy)

ICD-10-CM code G92.8 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 G92.8 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about G92.8 - Other toxic encephalopathy. 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 Other toxic encephalopathy.