ICD-10-CM R56.9: Unspecified convulsions

ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code (2025)

Official Description for R56.9

Unspecified convulsions

Coding Notes & Guidelines for R56.9

Inclusion Terms
  • Convulsion disorder
  • Fit NOS
  • Recurrent convulsions
  • Seizure(s) (convulsive) NOS

Parent Code (Less Specific):

About ICD-10-CM Code R56.9 (Unspecified convulsions)

ICD-10-CM code R56.9 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 R56.9 became effective on October 1, 2024.

This page provides detailed information about R56.9 - Unspecified convulsions. 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 Unspecified convulsions.