G45.4
Billable

Transient global amnesia

Billable / Specific Code

What is Transient global amnesia?

ICD-10-CM G45.4 is the diagnosis code for Transient global amnesia. This code falls under the section "Episodic and paroxysmal 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G45.4

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G45.4. They are mutually exclusive:

  • amnesia NOS (R41.3)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G45.4 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G45.4 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G45.4 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G45.4 mean?

G45.4 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Transient global amnesia". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G45.4?

The parent code of G45.4 is G45 ("Transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes"). G45.4 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G45.4 in?

G45.4 is located in Section G40-G47 — "Episodic and paroxysmal disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G45.4?

Use G45.4 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Transient global amnesia" 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 Transient global amnesia?

The ICD-10-CM code for Transient global amnesia is G45.4.

Can G45.4 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G45.4 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G45.4 in?

G45.4 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G45.4?

Type 1 Excludes for G45.4 include: amnesia NOS (R41.3).

Is G45.4 valid for 2026?

Yes, G45.4 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
G45.4
Transient global amnesia
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G40-G47 — Episodic and paroxysmal disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM