G36.0
Billable

Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]

Billable / Specific Code

What is Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]?

ICD-10-CM G36.0 is the diagnosis code for Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]. This code falls under the section "Demyelinating 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.

💡 Inclusions
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for G36.0

✅ This Code Includes

  • Demyelination in optic neuritis

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in G36.0. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • optic neuritis NOS (H46)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G36.0 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G36.0 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G36.0 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G36.0 mean?

G36.0 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G36.0?

The parent code of G36.0 is G36 ("Other acute disseminated demyelination"). G36.0 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G36.0 in?

G36.0 is located in Section G35-G37 — "Demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G36.0?

Use G36.0 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]" 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 Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]?

The ICD-10-CM code for Neuromyelitis optica [Devic] is G36.0.

Can G36.0 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G36.0 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G36.0 in?

G36.0 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G36.0 valid for 2026?

Yes, G36.0 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
G36.0
Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G35-G37 — Demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM