G20.C
Billable

Parkinsonism, unspecified

Billable / Specific Code

What is Parkinsonism, unspecified?

ICD-10-CM G20.C is the diagnosis code for Parkinsonism, unspecified. 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
⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G20.C

✅ This Code Includes

  • Parkinsonism, NOS

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G20.C. They are mutually exclusive:

  • Parkinson's disease NOS (G20.A1)
  • Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia (G20.B-)
  • Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia (G20.A-)
  • secondary parkinsonism (G21.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G20.C sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G20.C a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G20.C is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G20.C mean?

G20.C is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Parkinsonism, unspecified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G20.C?

The parent code of G20.C is G20 ("Parkinson's disease"). G20.C provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G20.C in?

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

When should I use G20.C?

Use G20.C when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Parkinsonism, unspecified" 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 Parkinsonism, unspecified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Parkinsonism, unspecified is G20.C.

Can G20.C be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G20.C can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G20.C in?

G20.C is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G20.C?

Type 1 Excludes for G20.C include: Parkinson's disease NOS (G20.A1); Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia (G20.B-); Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia (G20.A-) and more.

Is G20.C valid for 2026?

Yes, G20.C 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
G20.C
Parkinsonism, unspecified
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G20-G26 — Extrapyramidal and movement disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM