G80
Non-Billable

Cerebral palsy

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Cerebral palsy?

ICD-10-CM G80 is the diagnosis code for Cerebral palsy. This code falls under the section "Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G80

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G80. They are mutually exclusive:

  • hereditary spastic paraplegia (G11.4)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G80 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 7 entries
G80.0Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsyBillableG80.1Spastic diplegic cerebral palsyBillableG80.2Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsyBillableG80.3Athetoid cerebral palsyBillableG80.4Ataxic cerebral palsyBillableG80.8Other cerebral palsyBillableG80.9Cerebral palsy, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G80 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, G80 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does G80 mean?

G80 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cerebral palsy". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is G80 in?

G80 is located in Section G80-G83 — "Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of G80?

G80 has 7 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: G80.0, G80.1, G80.2, G80.3, G80.4 and more.

When should I use G80?

Use G80 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cerebral palsy" 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 Cerebral palsy?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cerebral palsy is G80.

Can G80 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, G80 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is G80 in?

G80 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G80?

Type 1 Excludes for G80 include: hereditary spastic paraplegia (G11.4).

Is G80 valid for 2026?

Yes, G80 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
G80
Cerebral palsy
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G80-G83 — Cerebral palsy and other paralytic syndromes
2026 ICD-10-CM