G51.8 ICD-10-CM Code: Other disorders of facial nerve
A clear reference for the official code description, hierarchy, and related coding information from the FY 2027 U.S. release.
Code definition
Official description
G51.8Other disorders of facial nerve
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Classification
Where G51.8 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 G51.8
Other disorders of facial nerve
Documentation details
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for G51.8.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for G51.8.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for G51.8.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
No Excludes1 note is listed for G51.8.
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
No Excludes2 note is listed for G51.8.
Transparency
Source and release
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code G51.8 mean?
G51.8 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Other disorders of facial nerve.”
Is G51.8 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, G51.8 has no child codes and is presented as a billable/specific code. Always confirm the active code set and payer requirements before use.
Where is G51.8 located in ICD-10-CM?
G51.8 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 G51.8?
No inclusion terms are listed for G51.8 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. No Excludes1 note is listed. No Excludes2 note is listed.
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