R26.2 ICD-10-CM Code: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
R26.2 is the billable ICD-10-CM code for “Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified” in the FY 2027 U.S. code set, effective Oct 1, 2026.
Official description
R26.2Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
ICD-10-CM diagnosis code · United States clinical modification
Where R26.2 sits
- 1
Chapter 18
Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99)
- 2
Section
Symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems (R25-R29)
- 3
Category R26
Abnormalities of gait and mobility
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Code R26.2
Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Notes for this code
Inclusion terms
No inclusion terms are listed for R26.2.
Code first
No “code first” instruction is listed for R26.2.
Use additional code
No “use additional code” instruction is listed for R26.2.
Excludes1
Conditions that should not be reported together with this code.
- falling (R29.6)
Excludes2
Conditions not included here that may be reported separately when present.
- unsteadiness on feet (R26.81)
Source and release
- Data release
- U.S. ICD-10-CM · FY 2027
- Effective date
- Oct 1, 2026
- Publisher
- Vero Scribe Inc.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ICD-10-CM code R26.2 mean?
R26.2 is the FY 2027 U.S. ICD-10-CM code for “Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified.”
Is R26.2 a billable or specific ICD-10-CM code?
Yes. In the FY 2027 reference data used on this page, R26.2 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 R26.2 located in ICD-10-CM?
R26.2 is listed in Chapter 18, Symptoms, signs and abnormal clinical and laboratory findings, not elsewhere classified (R00-R99), within Symptoms and signs involving the nervous and musculoskeletal systems (R25-R29) (R25–R29), under category R26, Abnormalities of gait and mobility.
What coding notes are listed for R26.2?
No inclusion terms are listed for R26.2 in this reference record. No code-first instruction is listed. Excludes1 notes: falling (R29.6). Excludes2 notes: unsteadiness on feet (R26.81).