G40.419 ICD 10 Code is a billable and specific code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis of Other generalized epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus for reimbursement purposes. The 2023 edition of the American ICD-10-CM code became effective on October 1, 2022.

Short description for G40.419 ICD 10 code:

Oth generalized epilepsy, intractable, w/o stat epi

Possible back-references that may be applicable or related to G40.419 ICD10 Code:

Present On Admission (POA Exempt)

G40.419 ICD 10 code is considered exempt from POA reporting

Clinical information about G40.419 ICD 10 code

Epilepsy is a brain disorder that causes people to have recurring seizures. The seizures happen when clusters of nerve cells, or neurons, in the brain send out the wrong signals. People may have strange sensations and emotions or behave strangely. They may have violent muscle spasms or lose consciousness.

Epilepsy has many possible causes, including illness, brain injury, and abnormal brain development. In many cases, the cause is unknown.

Doctors use brain scans and other tests to diagnose epilepsy. It is important to start treatment right away. There is no cure for epilepsy, but medicines can control seizures for most people. When medicines are not working well, surgery or implanted devices such as vagus nerve stimulators may help. Special diets can help some children with epilepsy.

NIH: National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

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