ICD-10 Code G95.29 – Other cord compression (2026): Diagnosis, Symptoms & Billing Guide
2026 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code G95.29 – Other cord compression
What it is
G95.29 identifies compression of the spinal cord that does not fit a more specific ICD-10 category. Use it when documentation states cord compression, but the cause or exact type is not further specified.
Clinical signs
Clinical features vary; refer to documentation. Common findings may include weakness, sensory changes, gait difficulty, or other neurologic deficits consistent with spinal cord involvement.
When to use this code
Use this code when the provider documents spinal cord compression and no more specific code applies. It may also fit cases where the note describes cord compression without naming a precise cause, level, or related condition. Verify the record before assigning it.
Do not use for
Do not use this code if the documentation supports a more specific spinal cord compression code or another neurologic diagnosis. Check documentation when the record describes nerve root compression only.
Coding tip
Review imaging and provider wording carefully, and code the most specific documented cause when available.