G54
Non-Billable

Nerve root and plexus disorders

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Nerve root and plexus disorders?

ICD-10-CM G54 is the diagnosis code for Nerve root and plexus disorders. This code falls under the section "Nerve, nerve root and plexus 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G54

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G54. They are mutually exclusive:

  • current traumatic nerve root and plexus disorders - see nerve injury by body region
  • intervertebral disc disorders (M50-M51)
  • neuralgia or neuritis NOS (M79.2)
  • neuritis or radiculitis brachial NOS (M54.13)
  • neuritis or radiculitis lumbar NOS (M54.16)
  • neuritis or radiculitis lumbosacral NOS (M54.17)
  • neuritis or radiculitis thoracic NOS (M54.14)
  • radiculitis NOS (M54.10)
  • radiculopathy NOS (M54.10)
  • spondylosis (M47.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G54 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Sub-Codes 10 entries
G54.0Brachial plexus disordersBillableG54.1Lumbosacral plexus disordersBillableG54.2Cervical root disorders, not elsewhere classifiedBillableG54.3Thoracic root disorders, not elsewhere classifiedBillableG54.4Lumbosacral root disorders, not elsewhere classifiedBillableG54.5Neuralgic amyotrophyBillableG54.6Phantom limb syndrome with painBillableG54.7Phantom limb syndrome without painBillableG54.8Other nerve root and plexus disordersBillableG54.9Nerve root and plexus disorder, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G54 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, G54 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does G54 mean?

G54 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Nerve root and plexus disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is G54 in?

G54 is located in Section G50-G59 — "Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of G54?

G54 has 10 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: G54.0, G54.1, G54.2, G54.3, G54.4 and more.

When should I use G54?

Use G54 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Nerve root and plexus disorders" 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 Nerve root and plexus disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Nerve root and plexus disorders is G54.

Can G54 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, G54 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is G54 in?

G54 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G54?

Type 1 Excludes for G54 include: current traumatic nerve root and plexus disorders - see nerve injury by body region; intervertebral disc disorders (M50-M51); neuralgia or neuritis NOS (M79.2) and more.

Is G54 valid for 2026?

Yes, G54 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

See Also

← PreviousG53Cranial nerve disorders in diseases classified elsewhereNext →G54.0Brachial plexus disorders
Code Details
G54
Nerve root and plexus disorders
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G50-G59 — Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders
2026 ICD-10-CM