G35.B1
Billable

Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis?

ICD-10-CM G35.B1 is the diagnosis code for Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis. This code falls under the section "Demyelinating diseases of the central 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

Coding Guidelines for G35.B1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Primary progressive multiple sclerosis with evidence of inflammatory disease activity

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G35.B1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G35.B1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G35.B1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G35.B1 mean?

G35.B1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G35.B1?

The parent code of G35.B1 is G35.B ("Primary progressive multiple sclerosis"). G35.B1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G35.B1 in?

G35.B1 is located in Section G35-G37 — "Demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G35.B1?

Use G35.B1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis" 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 Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis is G35.B1.

Can G35.B1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G35.B1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G35.B1 in?

G35.B1 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G35.B1 valid for 2026?

Yes, G35.B1 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
G35.B1
Active primary progressive multiple sclerosis
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G35-G37 — Demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM