ICD-10 Code G82.20 – Paraplegia, unspecified (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G82.20 – Paraplegia, unspecified
What it is
G82.20 identifies paraplegia affecting the lower limbs without further detail about cause, level, or completeness. Use it when the record confirms paraplegia but does not specify a more precise type.
Clinical signs
Typical findings include weakness or paralysis of both legs, often with impaired mobility and reduced functional independence. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation.
When to use this code
Use this code when the clinician documents paraplegia and no additional specificity is available in the note. It may fit encounters focused on neurologic deficits, mobility impairment, or long-term sequelae when the lower-extremity paralysis is not otherwise classified. Check documentation if the cause or completeness is stated.
Do not use for
Do not use it when the record supports a more specific paraplegia code, such as complete or incomplete paraplegia. Do not assign it for generalized weakness, hemiplegia, or isolated lower-extremity weakness without paraplegia.
Coding tip
Review the assessment and problem list carefully; if the provider specifies cause or completeness, code the more specific option instead of G82.20.