G61.81
Billable

Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis

Billable / Specific Code

What is Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis?

ICD-10-CM G61.81 is the diagnosis code for Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis. This code falls under the section "Polyneuropathies and other disorders of the peripheral 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.

Coding Guidelines for G61.81

Always refer to the official ICD-10-CM Tabular List for complete coding guidelines. Ensure documentation supports the specificity of the code selected. When in doubt, consult a certified medical coder or the latest CMS guidelines.

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G61.81 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G61.81 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G61.81 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G61.81 mean?

G61.81 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G61.81?

The parent code of G61.81 is G61.8 ("Other inflammatory polyneuropathies"). G61.81 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G61.81 in?

G61.81 is located in Section G60-G65 — "Polyneuropathies and other disorders of the peripheral nervous system" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G61.81?

Use G61.81 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis" 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 Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis?

The ICD-10-CM code for Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis is G61.81.

Can G61.81 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G61.81 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G61.81 in?

G61.81 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G61.81 valid for 2026?

Yes, G61.81 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
G61.81
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G60-G65 — Polyneuropathies and other disorders of the peripheral nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM