G40.1
Non-Billable

Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures?

ICD-10-CM G40.1 is the diagnosis code for Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures. This code falls under the section "Episodic and paroxysmal disorders" 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for G40.1

✅ This Code Includes

  • Attacks without alteration of consciousness
  • Epilepsia partialis continua [Kozhevnikof]
  • Simple partial seizures developing into secondarily generalized seizures

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G40.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeG40.1 — Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures
Sub-Codes (2)
Sub-Codes 2 entries
G40.10Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractableNon-BillableG40.101Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, with status epilepticusBillableG40.109Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticusBillableG40.11Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractableNon-BillableG40.111Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, with status epilepticusBillableG40.119Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticusBillable
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G40.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, G40.1 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does G40.1 mean?

G40.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G40.1?

The parent code of G40.1 is G40 ("Epilepsy and recurrent seizures"). G40.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G40.1 in?

G40.1 is located in Section G40-G47 — "Episodic and paroxysmal disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of G40.1?

G40.1 has 2 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: G40.10, G40.11.

When should I use G40.1?

Use G40.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures" 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 Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures?

The ICD-10-CM code for Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures is G40.1.

Can G40.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, G40.1 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is G40.1 in?

G40.1 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G40.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, G40.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousG40.019Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticusNext →G40.10Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures, not intractable
Code Details
G40.1
Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with simple partial seizures
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G40-G47 — Episodic and paroxysmal disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM