R11.15
Billable

Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine

Billable / Specific Code

What is Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine?

ICD-10-CM R11.15 is the diagnosis code for Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine. This code falls under the section "Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen" within Chapter 18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99). 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
⛔ Excludes1
â„šī¸ Excludes2

Coding Guidelines for R11.15

✅ This Code Includes

  • Cyclic vomiting syndrome NOS
  • Persistent vomiting

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R11.15. They are mutually exclusive:

  • cyclical vomiting in migraine (G43.A-)

â„šī¸ Type 2 Excludes (Code separately if applicable)

The following conditions are not included in R11.15. If the patient has both, code each condition separately:

  • bulimia nervosa (F50.20)
  • diabetes mellitus due to underlying condition (E08.-)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R11.15 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R11.15 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, R11.15 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does R11.15 mean?

R11.15 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R11.15?

The parent code of R11.15 is R11.1 ("Vomiting"). R11.15 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R11.15 in?

R11.15 is located in Section R10-R19 — "Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use R11.15?

Use R11.15 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine" 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 Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine?

The ICD-10-CM code for Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine is R11.15.

Can R11.15 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, R11.15 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is R11.15 in?

R11.15 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R11.15?

Type 1 Excludes for R11.15 include: cyclical vomiting in migraine (G43.A-).

Is R11.15 valid for 2026?

Yes, R11.15 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
R11.15
Cyclical vomiting syndrome unrelated to migraine
Billable / Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R10-R19 — Symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
2026 ICD-10-CM