G24.3
Billable

Spasmodic torticollis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Spasmodic torticollis?

ICD-10-CM G24.3 is the diagnosis code for Spasmodic torticollis. 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G24.3

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G24.3. They are mutually exclusive:

  • congenital torticollis (Q68.0)
  • hysterical torticollis (F44.4)
  • ocular torticollis (R29.891)
  • psychogenic torticollis (F45.8)
  • torticollis NOS (M43.6)
  • traumatic recurrent torticollis (S13.4)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G24.3 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G24.3 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G24.3 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G24.3 mean?

G24.3 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Spasmodic torticollis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G24.3?

The parent code of G24.3 is G24 ("Dystonia"). G24.3 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G24.3 in?

G24.3 is located in Section G20-G26 — "Extrapyramidal and movement disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G24.3?

Use G24.3 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Spasmodic torticollis" 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 Spasmodic torticollis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Spasmodic torticollis is G24.3.

Can G24.3 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G24.3 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G24.3 in?

G24.3 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G24.3?

Type 1 Excludes for G24.3 include: congenital torticollis (Q68.0); hysterical torticollis (F44.4); ocular torticollis (R29.891) and more.

Is G24.3 valid for 2026?

Yes, G24.3 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
G24.3
Spasmodic torticollis
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G20-G26 — Extrapyramidal and movement disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM