G93.1
Billable

Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified

Billable / Specific Code

What is Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified?

ICD-10-CM G93.1 is the diagnosis code for Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified. This code falls under the section "Other disorders of the 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for G93.1

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as G93.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • cerebral anoxia due to anesthesia during labor and delivery (O74.3)
  • cerebral anoxia due to anesthesia during the puerperium (O89.2)
  • neonatal anoxia (P84)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G93.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeG93.1 — Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G93.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G93.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G93.1 mean?

G93.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G93.1?

The parent code of G93.1 is G93 ("Other disorders of brain"). G93.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G93.1 in?

G93.1 is located in Section G89-G99 — "Other disorders of the nervous system" within Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use G93.1?

Use G93.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified" 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 Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified is G93.1.

Can G93.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G93.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G93.1 in?

G93.1 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from G93.1?

Type 1 Excludes for G93.1 include: cerebral anoxia due to anesthesia during labor and delivery (O74.3); cerebral anoxia due to anesthesia during the puerperium (O89.2); neonatal anoxia (P84).

Is G93.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, G93.1 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
G93.1
Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G89-G99 — Other disorders of the nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM