G93.2
Billable

Benign intracranial hypertension

Billable / Specific Code

What is Benign intracranial hypertension?

ICD-10-CM G93.2 is the diagnosis code for Benign intracranial hypertension. This code falls under the section "Other disorders of the 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G93.2

✅ This Code Includes

  • Pseudotumor

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G93.2. They are mutually exclusive:

  • hypertensive encephalopathy (I67.4)
  • obstructive hydrocephalus (G91.1)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G93.2 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G93.2 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G93.2 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G93.2 mean?

G93.2 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Benign intracranial hypertension". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G93.2?

The parent code of G93.2 is G93 ("Other disorders of brain"). G93.2 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G93.2 in?

G93.2 is located in Section G89-G99 — "Other disorders of the nervous system" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G93.2?

Use G93.2 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Benign intracranial hypertension" 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 Benign intracranial hypertension?

The ICD-10-CM code for Benign intracranial hypertension is G93.2.

Can G93.2 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G93.2 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G93.2 in?

G93.2 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G93.2?

Type 1 Excludes for G93.2 include: hypertensive encephalopathy (I67.4); obstructive hydrocephalus (G91.1).

Is G93.2 valid for 2026?

Yes, G93.2 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
G93.2
Benign intracranial hypertension
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G89-G99 — Other disorders of the nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM