ICD Code G93.5

ICD code G93.5 is compression of the brain, which refers to pressure on the brain tissue caused by factors such as swelling, bleeding, or a mass, potentially leading to neurological symptoms and requiring urgent medical attention.

1. Evidence of increased intracranial pressure, such as headache, vomiting, or altered consciousness

2. Neurological deficits attributable to brain compression, including weakness, sensory loss, or cranial nerve palsies

3. Radiological confirmation of mass effect or displacement of brain structures on imaging studies (CT or MRI)

4. Presence of a space-occupying lesion, hemorrhage, edema, or other pathology causing direct compression of brain tissue

5. Exclusion of other causes of neurological symptoms not related to brain compression

Relevant CPT codes that may be used to treat ICD code G93.5 include:

- 61154: Burr hole(s) with evacuation of hematoma

- 61312: Craniectomy or craniotomy, decompression of brain

- 61582: Craniectomy, decompression for brain swelling

- 61697: Neuroendoscopy, intracranial, with evacuation of hematoma or cyst

- 99291-99292: Critical care evaluation and management services

These codes should be selected based on the specific clinical scenario and procedures performed.

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