ICD-10-CM R40.221: Coma scale, best verbal response, none

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for R40.221

Coma scale, best verbal response, none

Coding Notes & Guidelines for R40.221

Inclusion Terms

Coma scale verbal score of 1

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code R40.221 (Coma scale)

ICD-10-CM code R40.221 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 R40.221 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about R40.221 - Coma scale, best verbal response, none. 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 Coma scale related to best verbal response, none.