ICD-10 Code G21.19 – Other drug induced secondary parkinsonism (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide

The ICD-10 code for Other drug induced secondary parkinsonism is G21.19.
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G21.19 – Other drug induced secondary parkinsonism

What it is

G21.19 identifies parkinsonism caused by a drug or medication, other than the more specific categories already named in ICD-10-CM. It describes secondary parkinsonian features that begin after exposure and are documented as drug induced.

Clinical signs

Typical findings include bradykinesia, rigidity, tremor, and gait change. Clinical features vary; refer to documentation, especially when the record links symptoms to a medication exposure or adverse drug effect.

When to use this code

Use this code when the provider documents parkinsonism due to a medication and the drug does not fit a more specific drug-induced parkinsonism code. It is appropriate when the chart clearly states secondary parkinsonism from another drug. Check documentation if the cause is only suspected.

Do not use for

Do not use this code for idiopathic Parkinson disease or for parkinsonism from causes other than drugs. If the record names a specific agent with a more exact code, use that code instead.

Coding tip

Look for explicit provider linkage between the medication and parkinsonism before assigning G21.19.

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