ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R40.236
Coma scale, best motor response, obeys commands
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R40.236
Inclusion Terms
- Coma scale motor score of 6
- Normal or spontaneous movement (< 2 years of age)
- Obeys commands (2-5 years of age)
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code R40.236 (Coma scale)
ICD-10-CM code R40.236 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 R40.236 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R40.236 - Coma scale, best motor response, obeys commands. 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 motor response, obeys commands.