G02
Billable

Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere

Billable / Specific Code

What is Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere?

ICD-10-CM G02 is the diagnosis code for Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere. This code falls under the section "Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system" within Chapter 6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99). It is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G02

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G02. They are mutually exclusive:

  • candidal meningitis (B37.5)
  • coccidioidomycosis meningitis (B38.4)
  • cryptococcal meningitis (B45.1)
  • herpesviral [herpes simplex] meningitis (B00.3)
  • infectious mononucleosis complicated by meningitis (B27.- with fifth character 2)
  • measles complicated by meningitis (B05.1)
  • meningoencephalitis and meningomyelitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere (G05)
  • mumps meningitis (B26.1)
  • rubella meningitis (B06.02)
  • varicella [chickenpox] meningitis (B01.0)
  • zoster meningitis (B02.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G02 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeG02 — Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G02 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G02 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G02 mean?

G02 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is G02 in?

G02 is located in Section G00-G09 — "Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G02?

Use G02 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere" and the clinical documentation supports this level of specificity. Always verify with the latest ICD-10-CM guidelines and payer requirements.

People Also Ask

What is the ICD-10 code for Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere?

The ICD-10-CM code for Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere is G02.

Can G02 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G02 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G02 in?

G02 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G02?

Type 1 Excludes for G02 include: candidal meningitis (B37.5); coccidioidomycosis meningitis (B38.4); cryptococcal meningitis (B45.1) and more.

Is G02 valid for 2026?

Yes, G02 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

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Code Details
G02
Meningitis in other infectious and parasitic diseases classified elsewhere
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G00-G09 — Inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM