R25.1
Billable

Tremor, unspecified

Billable / Specific Code

What is Tremor, unspecified?

ICD-10-CM R25.1 is the diagnosis code for Tremor, unspecified. This code falls under the section "Symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems" 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.

⛔ Excludes1

Coding Guidelines for R25.1

⛔ Type 1 Excludes (Never code together)

The following conditions should never be coded at the same time as R25.1. They are mutually exclusive:

  • chorea NOS (G25.5)
  • essential tremor (G25.0)
  • hysterical tremor (F44.4)
  • intention tremor (G25.2)

ICD-10-CM Code Hierarchy

Understanding where R25.1 sits in the ICD-10-CM classification helps ensure proper coding:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is R25.1 a billable ICD-10-CM code?

Yes, R25.1 is a billable/specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes.

What does R25.1 mean?

R25.1 is the ICD-10-CM diagnosis code for "Tremor, unspecified". It is used by healthcare providers to classify and document this condition in medical records and insurance claims.

What is the parent code of R25.1?

The parent code of R25.1 is R25 ("Abnormal involuntary movements"). R25.1 provides a more specific classification within this category.

What section is R25.1 in?

R25.1 is located in Section R25-R29 — "Symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems" within Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

When should I use R25.1?

Use R25.1 when the patients documented diagnosis matches "Tremor, unspecified" 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 Tremor, unspecified?

The ICD-10-CM code for Tremor, unspecified is R25.1.

Can R25.1 be used for primary diagnosis?

Yes, R25.1 can be used as a primary diagnosis code since it is billable and specific.

What chapter is R25.1 in?

R25.1 is in Chapter 18 of the ICD-10-CM Tabular List.

What conditions are excluded from R25.1?

Type 1 Excludes for R25.1 include: chorea NOS (G25.5); essential tremor (G25.0); hysterical tremor (F44.4) and more.

Is R25.1 valid for 2026?

Yes, R25.1 is a valid ICD-10-CM code for the 2026 fiscal year, subject to official CMS updates.

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Code Details
R25.1
Tremor, unspecified
Billable / Specific Code
18 — Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
R25-R29 — Symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems
2026 ICD-10-CM