G20
Non-Billable

Parkinson's disease

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Parkinson's disease?

ICD-10-CM G20 is the diagnosis code for Parkinson's disease. This code falls under the section "Extrapyramidal and movement disorders" within Chapter 6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99). It is a non-billable/non-specific ICD-10-CM code that should not be used for reimbursement. A more specific sub-code is required for billing. Medical coders and healthcare providers use this code to document and classify diagnoses in electronic health records, insurance claims, and clinical databases.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for G20

✅ This Code Includes

  • Hemiparkinsonism
  • Idiopathic Parkinsonism or Parkinson's disease
  • Paralysis agitans
  • Primary Parkinsonism or Parkinson's disease

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G20 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 3 entries
G20.AParkinson's disease without dyskinesiaNon-BillableG20.A1Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuationsBillableG20.A2Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, with fluctuationsBillableG20.BParkinson's disease with dyskinesiaNon-BillableG20.B1Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuationsBillableG20.B2Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuationsBillableG20.CParkinsonism, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G20 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, G20 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does G20 mean?

G20 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Parkinson's disease". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is G20 in?

G20 is located in Section G20-G26 — "Extrapyramidal and movement disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of G20?

G20 has 3 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: G20.A, G20.B, G20.C.

When should I use G20?

Use G20 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Parkinson's disease" 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 Parkinson's disease?

The ICD-10-CM code for Parkinson's disease is G20.

Can G20 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, G20 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is G20 in?

G20 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G20 valid for 2026?

Yes, G20 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
G20
Parkinson's disease
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G20-G26 — Extrapyramidal and movement disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM