ICD-10 Code G43.10 – Migraine with aura, not intractable (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G43.10 – Migraine with aura, not intractable
What it is
G43.10 identifies migraine attacks that include aura and are not described as intractable. Use it when the record shows migraine with aura but does not document status migrainosus or refractory disease.
Clinical signs
Typical documentation includes recurrent headache with neurologic aura symptoms such as visual, sensory, or speech changes before or during the headache. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents migraine with aura and does not state that it is intractable. It also fits follow-up visits for a known diagnosis when the current episode is not labeled otherwise. If the note is vague, check documentation for the exact migraine type.
Do not use for
Do not use G43.10 if the record says migraine without aura, intractable migraine, or migraine with status migrainosus. Check documentation when the provider uses nonspecific headache language.
Coding tip
Code the aura only when it is clearly documented; otherwise, query or use the more specific documented migraine code.