G25.71
Billable

Drug induced akathisia

Billable / Specific Code

What is Drug induced akathisia?

ICD-10-CM G25.71 is the diagnosis code for Drug induced akathisia. This code falls under the section "Extrapyramidal and movement disorders" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for G25.71

✅ This Code Includes

  • Drug induced acathisia
  • Neuroleptic induced acute akathisia
  • Tardive akathisia

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G25.71 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G25.71 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G25.71 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G25.71 mean?

G25.71 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Drug induced akathisia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G25.71?

The parent code of G25.71 is G25.7 ("Other and unspecified drug induced movement disorders"). G25.71 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G25.71 in?

G25.71 is located in Section G20-G26 — "Extrapyramidal and movement disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G25.71?

Use G25.71 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Drug induced akathisia" 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 Drug induced akathisia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Drug induced akathisia is G25.71.

Can G25.71 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G25.71 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G25.71 in?

G25.71 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G25.71 valid for 2026?

Yes, G25.71 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
G25.71
Drug induced akathisia
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G20-G26 — Extrapyramidal and movement disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM