G51 ICD-10-CM Code: Facial nerve disorders
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
G51Facial nerve disorders
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where G51 sits
- 1
Chapter 6
Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99)
- 2
Section
Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders (G50-G59)
- 3
Category G51
Facial nerve disorders
- 4
Code G51
Facial nerve disorders
More specific choices
Codes under G51
G51 is a non-billable category. Choose the child code that best matches the documented diagnosis.
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for G51.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for G51.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for G51.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for G51.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for G51.
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Source and release
This reference is generated from Vero’s ICD-10-CM description, hierarchy, and code-note dataset. The visible content and structured data share that source.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code G51 mean?
G51 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Facial nerve disorders.”
Is G51 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
No. G51 has more specific child codes in the FY 2027 reference data. Select the code that matches the documentation and confirm the active code set and payer requirements.
Where is G51 located in ICD-10-CM?
G51 is listed in Chapter 6, Diseases of the nervous system (G00-G99), within Nerve, nerve root and plexus disorders (G50-G59) (G50–G59), under category G51, Facial nerve disorders.
What coding notes are listed for G51?
No inclusion terms are listed for G51 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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