ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)
Official Description for R40.24
Glasgow coma scale, total score
Coding Notes & Guidelines for R40.24
7th Character Guidance
The following appropriate 7th character is to be added to subcategory R40.24-:
7th Character Definitions
- 0: unspecified time
- 1: in the field [EMT or ambulance]
- 2: at arrival to emergency department
- 3: at hospital admission
- 4: 24 hours or more after hospital admission
Parent Code (Less Specific):
About ICD-10-CM Code R40.24 (Glasgow coma scale)
ICD-10-CM code R40.24 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 R40.24 became effective on October 1, 2024.
This page provides detailed information about R40.24 - Glasgow coma scale, total score. 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 Glasgow coma scale related to total score.