ICD Code G45-

ICD code G45- is a code used to identify transient cerebral ischemic attacks and related syndromes, which are temporary episodes of neurological dysfunction caused by a loss of blood flow to the brain.

1. Sudden onset of focal neurological deficits

2. Symptoms lasting less than 24 hours

3. Absence of acute infarction on neuroimaging

4. Reversible weakness or numbness in the face, arm, or leg, typically on one side of the body

5. Sudden confusion, trouble speaking, or understanding speech

6. Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

7. Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance, or coordination

8. No evidence of a non-vascular cause for the symptoms

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code G45- include:

- 99202–99215 (Evaluation and Management services)

- 70450, 70460, 70470 (CT head/brain without/with contrast)

- 70551, 70552, 70553 (MRI brain without/with contrast)

- 93880, 93882 (Duplex scan of extracranial arteries)

- 96365–96376 (Therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic injection/infusion)

- 36415 (Collection of venous blood by venipuncture)

- 93000–93010 (Electrocardiogram)

- 31500 (Intubation, if required in acute settings)

- 96372 (Therapeutic injection, subcutaneous or intramuscular)

CPT code selection should be based on the specific clinical scenario and services rendered for ICD code G45-.

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