G70
Non-Billable

Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders

Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code

What is Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders?

ICD-10-CM G70 is the diagnosis code for Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders. This code falls under the section "Diseases of myoneural junction and muscle" 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 G70

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G70. They are mutually exclusive:

  • botulism (A05.1, A48.51-A48.52)
  • transient neonatal myasthenia gravis (P94.0)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G70 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeG70 — Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders
Sub-Codes 5 entries
G70.0Myasthenia gravisNon-BillableG70.00Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbationBillableG70.01Myasthenia gravis with (acute) exacerbationBillableG70.1Toxic myoneural disordersBillableG70.2Congenital and developmental myastheniaBillableG70.8Other specified myoneural disordersNon-BillableG70.80Lambert-Eaton syndrome, unspecifiedBillableG70.81Lambert-Eaton syndrome in disease classified elsewhereBillableG70.89Other specified myoneural disordersBillableG70.9Myoneural disorder, unspecifiedBillable
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is G70 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

No, G70 is a non-billable/non-specific code. You should use a more specific sub-code for billing and reimbursement.

What does G70 mean?

G70 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What section is G70 in?

G70 is located in Section G70-G73 — "Diseases of myoneural junction and muscle" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What are the sub-codes of G70?

G70 has 5 sub-code(s) that provide more specific detail: G70.0, G70.1, G70.2, G70.8, G70.9.

When should I use G70?

Use G70 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural 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 Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders?

The ICD-10-CM code for Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders is G70.

Can G70 be used for primary diagnosis?

No, G70 is non-billable. Use a more specific sub-code for primary diagnosis billing.

What chapter is G70 in?

G70 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G70?

Type 1 Excludes for G70 include: botulism (A05.1, A48.51-A48.52); transient neonatal myasthenia gravis (P94.0).

Is G70 valid for 2026?

Yes, G70 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
G70
Myasthenia gravis and other myoneural disorders
Non-Billable / Non-Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G70-G73 — Diseases of myoneural junction and muscle
2026 ICD-10-CM