G95.11
Billable

Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)

Billable / Specific Code

What is Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)?

ICD-10-CM G95.11 is the diagnosis code for Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic). 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.

💡 Inclusions

Coding Guidelines for G95.11

✅ This Code Includes

  • Anoxia of spinal cord
  • Arterial thrombosis of spinal cord

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where G95.11 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

Current CodeG95.11 — Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)
Related Codes

Frequently Asked Questions

Is G95.11 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, G95.11 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does G95.11 mean?

G95.11 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of G95.11?

The parent code of G95.11 is G95.1 ("Vascular myelopathies"). G95.11 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is G95.11 in?

G95.11 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 G95.11?

Use G95.11 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)" 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 Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)?

The ICD-10-CM code for Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic) is G95.11.

Can G95.11 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, G95.11 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is G95.11 in?

G95.11 is in Chapter 6 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

Is G95.11 valid for 2026?

Yes, G95.11 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
G95.11
Acute infarction of spinal cord (embolic) (nonembolic)
Billable / Specific Code
6 — Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
G89-G99 — Other disorders of the nervous system
2026 ICD-10-CM